Maintenance Mechanic

Health Systems Cooperative Laundry; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Systems Cooperative Laundry in Saint Paul, Minnesota is seeking an engineering technician to perform maintenance and repair on various machinery and equipment. Candidates should have experience in mechanical and electrical work, along with a solid understanding of safety protocols, including HAZMAT and OSHA requirements.

This position involves conducting routine inspections, troubleshooting malfunctions, and executing preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Understanding of safety and environmental regulations.
• Ability to operate and maintain various machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to avoid malfunctions.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical work

Preventative maintenance

Safety procedures knowledge (HAZMAT, OSHA)

Tools

Forklift

Pneumatic equipment

Measuring equipment

Job description

Job Description

Perform engineering work under supervision to perform standard equipment maintenance and repair following safety procedures.

Essential Functions

Perform the following mechanical and electrical work:

• Maintain, Repair, Modify, and Install Machinery, Equipment, Physical Structures, and Pipes
• Determine the cause and extent of the components' system failure by testing, listening, and visual inspection for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions.
• Develop and maintain a plan to accomplish strict deadlines on defective machines and equipment.
  • Lay out assemblies, install and maintain pipe systems and pneumatic equipment, and repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
  • Install, align, tension, and maintain chain and sprocket drives, gear drives, belt drivers, flexible couplings, pillow block bearings, shaft assemblies, brake assemblies, and pulleys.
  • Dismantle defective machines and equipment, replace faulty parts and motors, and adjust the feed mechanism according to specifications and blueprints using measuring equipment and tools.
• Implement and perform preventative maintenance to prevent malfunctions and prolong the life of equipment, systems, and structures.
  • Conduct routine inspections, reviewing work orders to determine service required on equipment and boilers.
  • Changing fluids, replacing belts, and conducting safety inspections of equipment systems and components.
  • Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery using rags, brushes, a grease gun, and other appropriate tools and/or equipment.
  • Promptly answer service requests by staff and facility employees
• Must be able to work safely and have a clear understanding of HAZMAT, SDS, EPA, and OSHA requirements
  • Use personal protective equipment when required and necessary.
  • Observe surroundings and practice safety guidelines.
  • Operate machines and equipment correctly and safely
  • Safely operate a forklift/man lift and always wear proper safety equipment/harnesses.
  • Use the proper tools for the job and comply with company practices
  • Know the appropriate reporting of an accident or emergency.
  • Know and explain hazards associated with specific types of equipment and tools.