Maintenance Mechanic

Transcendia, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Transcendia, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks an Industrial Maintenance Technician to repair and maintain machinery and equipment including engines, motors, pumps, conveyors, and hydraulics. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and implement improvements to meet OEM standards.

The role requires reading mechanical diagrams, basic math, and safe working practices, with physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods. Welding/Cutting a plus.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret basic mechanical diagrams.
• Perform math calculations including fractions.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Read tape measure and micrometer accurately.
• Maintain safety procedures and LOTO compliance.

Responsibilities

• Locate sources of problems by observing equipment operation.
• Perform routine PMs, repairs, rebuilds and modifications.
• Assist colleagues in troubleshooting and rapid maintenance.
• Inspect parts for finish and detect imperfections.
• Repair or replace defective parts per procedures.
• Start equipment to test performance.

Skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Reading diagrams

Math calculations

Tape measure

Teamwork

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Micrometer

Job description

Job Summary:

Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, pneumatic tools, hydraulics, conveyor systems, valves and piping, water systems and production machines and equipment by performing the following duties and by being knowledgeable in the following disciplines.

Job Duties:

• Locates sources of problems by observing equipment operation, listening for problems and using a step-by-step problem-solving approach
• Aids in identifying recurrent maintenance items and communicates recommendations to prevent recurrence
• Familiarity with Basic Safety Process to include: Basic hand tool safety, Basic electrical safety, Hot Work Programs (HWP), Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Safety Work Permitting (SWP), contractor Indoctrination, fire extinguisher use, and Confined Space Entry (CSE).
• Examines fit and finish of parts to detect imperfections
• Repairs or replaces defective parts in accordance with approved procedures and technical directives.
• Installs special functional and structural parts equipment
• Lubricates and cleans parts
• Starts equipment to test their performance
• Operates and troubleshoots related equipment as needed or assigned
• Performs routine PM’s, repairs, rebuilds and modifications on all equipment assigned
• Answers maintenance calls in a timely, professional fashion and assists others on the team in troubleshooting
• Observes equipment to make sure it is operating to OEM standard or production satisfaction
• Performs repairs/adjustments on electrically controlled equipment as required
• Welding, grinding and cutting experience a plus
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one to three years of experience preferred
• Ability to read and communicate basic mechanical diagrams
• Ability to work at a safe, efficient pace
• Ability to multi task and read production tickets
• Ability to perform math calculations including fractions
• Must be able to read tape measure, including micrometer
• Must be computer literate
• Must be dedicated to continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds, bend, stretch, or stand for extended periods of time