Maintenance Technician - Mechanical

Elementia; North Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementia in North Wilkesboro, NC is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Mechanical for full-time on-site work. You will diagnose mechanical issues, repair and test components, and maintain manufacturing machinery.

The role stresses safety, teamwork with operators, and adherence to environmental policies. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED and basic knowledge of drawings, pneumatics/hydraulics, electricity and boiler operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings.
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment and electrical tasks.
• Basic knowledge of boiler operations and safety practices.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and make repairs or adjustments.
• Test, install, replace or modify components as needed.
• Repair and maintain manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Observe safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Coordinate with operators and supervisors to ensure uptime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Reading drawings

Pneumatic & hydraulic knowledge

Electrical tasks

Boiler operations

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

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Maintenance Technician - Mechanical

Full Time Manual Labor North Wilkesboro, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1548

Salary Range: $30.00 To $31.00 Hourly

Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and make repairs or adjustments as needed. Perform testing, installation, replacement or modification of components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and difficulties
• Make repairs or adjustments
• Perform a variety of trade functions such as testing, installation, replacement or modification of components
• Work with systems or equipment which utilize mechanical energy in the facilities
• Repair and maintain manufacturing machinery and equipment in the facility
• Repair machine parts using various welding techniques
• Disassemble and repair or replace defective parts, reassemble and check operation using tools such as rulers, calipers, micrometers, levels, plumb bobs, straight edge, machine shop equipment and other measuring instruments
• Other maintenance duties as assigned and required
• Observe all safety precautions especially lock, tag and try
• Oversee the work of lower level mechanics or contractors
• Ability to work under pressure
• Responsible for observing all plant standard operating procedures and safety policies
• Responsible for teamwork communication with production operators and supervisors
• Must wear appropriate PPE at all times
• Understand plant environmental and safety policies
• Participate in training programs to enhance environmental and safety performance
• Perform assigned tasks as specified in the environmental procedures and work instructions
• Understand the significant environmental impacts of my job activities and the consequences of departing from specified work instructions
• Know where EHS documents are located
• Must have initiative and exhibit good judgment
• Must perform with safe work practices at all times
• Ability to climb on ladders to heights of over 10’
• % of Time Duties & Responsibilities
• 70%
• Install, repair, and maintain manufacturing machinery and equipment
• 20%
• Troubleshooting machine and production problems
• 10%
• Other maintenance duties as assigned and required

PROBLEM-SOLVING

• Must be able to understand, troubleshoot, and repair rotating equipment such as pumps, speed reducer, macerators, refiners, packing and mechanical seals
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks quickly
• Must be able to concentrate and think clearly in a distracting environment
• Must be able to effectively diagnose and solve problems

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings
• Have basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment (repairing hydraulic leaks, refilling hydraulic equipment with oil)
• Have basic knowledge of electricity to perform tasks such as changing motors
• Have basic knowledge of boiler operations
• Participation in safety committees or activities
• Multi-tasking skills are extremely important
• Production and work tasks move at a very fast pace