Maintenance Mechanic II (Swing Shift)

Precision Castparts Corp.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to repair, overhaul, maintain, install and modify equipment and facilities at our Portland, OR site.

This role emphasizes preventive maintenance, tool use, and safe work practices within a demanding aerospace manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting complex systems, maintaining tools and equipment, and training junior staff.

Qualifications

• Read, interpret and follow specifications on tech cards, work orders, repair manuals, blueprints and drawings.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently and in a team effectively.
• Assist other departments through planning and technical assistance processes.
• Valid driver’s license required to operate PCC vehicles.
• Physical ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement preventive maintenance programs for equipment and facilities.
• Repair, overhaul, maintain, install and fabricate modifications to equipment and facilities.
• Troubleshoot vacuum, hydraulic, pneumatic, induction heating, lubrication, abrasive and pressure cleaning systems and their components.
• Maintain machine tools and equipment used for maintenance.
• Train less skilled personnel as assigned.
• May participate in Hazardous Materials Spill Response team.

Skills

Reading specs

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interdepartmental support

Driver's license

Physical ability

Education

Journeyman-level maintenance skills

Trade-school or apprenticeship preferred

Equivalent combination of training/experience

Tools

Basic hand tools

Welding equipment

Drill press

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Job description

To repair, overhaul, maintain, install, and modify equipment and facilities.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Maintenance and Repair

Objective: to maintain manufacturing and facilities' equipment in proper, efficient working order.

Essential Job Functions:

• Identifies and implements preventive maintenance programs for equipment and facilities.
• Repairs, overhauls, maintains, installs and fabricates modifications to equipment and facilities as required.
• Troubleshoots vacuum, hydraulic, pneumatic, induction heating, lubrication, abrasive and pressure cleaning systems and their components.
• Maintains machine tools and equipment used for maintenance.

Safety

Objective: to take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operates all equipment and tools.
• Identifies and reports safety problems, corrects when possible.
• May be required to work with hazardous waste.
• Completes logs and records.

OTHER (MARGINAL) ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Trains less skilled personnel as assigned.
• Performs other tasks as directed.
• May be required to participate in Hazardous Materials Spill Response team.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES, TOOLS AND/OR MACHINERY USED

• Basic hand tools (hammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Welding equipment
• Motorized cart
• Drill press
• Torches
• Saws (band or abrasive cut-off)
• Dimensional measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Trucks
• Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

TRAINING

• Training is provided on the job.
• Hazardous Materials Handling Training may be required.
• PCC's Forklift Driving Safety Certification must be completed.
• May be required to complete Hazardous Waste Management

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Advanced skills as demonstrated by four years journey level work using a skill set found in Journey Maintenance work: plumbing, sheet metal, machinist, auto or welding skill sets with heating/venting and air conditioning, and carpentry preferred AND
• Two years of trade school or apprenticeship training in an applicable skill set is preferred OR
• An equivalent combination of classroom training and work experience.

Qualification

• Ability to read, interpret and follow specifications on tech cards, work orders, repair manuals, blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and in a team effectively.
• Ability to assist other departments through planning and technical assistance processes.
• Valid driver's license is required to drive PCC vehicles.
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

INDIVIDUALS MAY HAVE CONTACT WITH OR BE REQUIRED TO HANDLE HAZARDOUS WASTE.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

We are constantly searching for the best talent and offer excellent development programs for recent graduates as well as meaningful work experience for those still studying.