Mechanic I

plugpower; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Bonus eligibility

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Fertility and Family Building Benefit

Employee Referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Mechanic I position at Plug Power Inc. in Lafayette, Indiana, is an hourly, non-exempt role focused on fabrication, assembly, debug, testing and troubleshooting of diesel system mechanical components.

You will collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve issues quickly. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma with 2–5 years in a similar role, strong teamwork, and ability to read drawings, weld with MIG/TIG, and troubleshoot electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2-5 years of similar experience.
• Working knowledge of data collection and statistics.
• 2-5 years' experience with commercial trailers with pony motors.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Uncompromising dedication to quality.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Excellent follow-through.
• Must be driven and self-motivated.
• Teamwork oriented and focused.

Responsibilities

• Install mechanical parts and sheet metal assemblies using basic machine shop tools.
• Weld aluminum, carbon and stainless steel using MIG & TIG.
• Assemble and troubleshoot 12-volt electro-mechanical systems.
• Debug and troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic mechanical systems.
• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Read mechanical part drawings a plus.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical installation

MIG/TIG welding

Electro-mechanical systems

Electrical & pneumatic troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

2-5 years experience

Job description

Mechanic I

Status: Non-Exempt (hourly)

Position Summary

The Mechanic is responsible for fabrication, assembly, debug, testing and troubleshooting of all mechanical components for Diesel systems. This role requires excellent mechanical aptitude and teamwork skills. The role also requires close interaction with the manufacturing teams to ensure any issues get communicated and resolved in a timely manner.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to install mechanical parts and sheet metal assemblies using basic machine shop tools
• Ability to weld aluminum, carbon and stainless steel using MIG & TIG process
• Ability to assemble and troubleshoot 12-volt electro-mechanical systems
• Ability to debug and troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic mechanical systems
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form
• Ability to read mechanical part drawings a plus
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, plus 2-5 years of experience in similar role
• Working knowledge of data collection and statistics
• 2-5 years' experience with commercial trailers with pony motors
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Uncompromising dedication to quality
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Excellent follow-through
• Must be driven and self-motivated
• Teamwork oriented and focused

Pay Rate:

$21.00 - $29.50

We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:

• Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
• The above pay range, may not take into account local geographic pay variations. If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Bonus eligibility
• Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
• Fertility and Family Building Benefit
• Employee Referral program
• Employee Assistance Program

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.