Maintenance Technician

Wabtec; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a leader in the rail industry, providing innovative solutions that enhance transportation systems. This role involves servicing complex machinery and integrated control systems, requiring a blend of electrical and mechanical skills. You'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse team dedicated to creating impactful solutions that improve lives. With a strong commitment to leadership and inclusivity, this company values your unique background and experiences. If you're ready to tackle challenges and contribute to meaningful progress, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical and/or electronics experience required.
• Ability to weld and read complex blueprints is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electronic office equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex circuits and mechanical devices.
• Fabricate and weld sheet metal and pipes.

Skills

Electrical and electronics experience

Mechanical repair experience

Knowledge of electrical circuits

Ability to weld (stick, MIG, TIG)

Ability to read complex blueprints

Understanding of complex math functions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Mechanic and Repair Technologies

Electrical Certificate

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Starting wage is $24.62 per hour, plus $1.00 per hour shift differential for off-shift schedule.

The wage is subject a 10 year progression schedule providing yearly increases until the top wage is met: StartingRate$24.62; after 1 year:$25.11; after 2 years: $25.69; after 3 years: $26.40; after 4 years: $27.43; after 5 years: $28.59;

after 6 years: $29.96; after 7 years: $31.55; after 8 years: $33.38; after 9 years: $35.48; and at 10 years: $37.87.

Position Summary:

Services all types of complex equipment, machinery and integrated control systems consisting of combinations of electronic, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, water, optical, welding, computer and mechanical components.

Major Responsibilities:

Diagnose and repair electronic office equipment

Fabricate and weld sheet metal and pipes

Calibration and repair of various gages

Operation of plant utility boilers and water systems

Troubleshoot complex circuits, electrical and mechanical devices

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

2+ years of electrical and /or electronics experience

2+ years of mechanical repair experience

7+ years manufacturing experience

Knowledge of electrical circuits

Knowledge of wiring, torqueing and applied practices

Ability to weld - stick, MIG and TIG

Ability make and collect gages

Ability to read complex blueprints and scales

Ability to understand complex math functions including decimals and fractions

Must be willing and able to work any shift

Preferred:

Associate degree in Mechanic and Repair Technologies

Electrical Certificate

2+ years of AC/DC motors or locomotive testing

Self-directed individual

Functional Requirements:

Ability to climb repeatedly and work from heights off ladders, platforms and scaffolds

Repeated bending, reaching above head, climbing and kneeling

Repeated straight pulling and pushing

Prolonged standing and walking

Walking on slippery or uneven surfaces

Exposure to constant noise 90 DBA

Able to distinguish basic colors

Exposure to fumes/smoke from burning, paint vapors, and dust

Moderate to heavy lifting up to 45+ lbs

Must be willing to work in tobacco-free environment

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

About the company

Wabtec Corporation is an American company formed by the merger of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company and MotivePower Industries Corporation in 1999.