Mechanic Maintenance Technician

Diamond Generating Corporation; City of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy corporation is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Middletown, NY. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment through mechanical maintenance and repair. Candidates should have experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and interpreting technical documents. This position is day-shift and includes participation in a strong safety culture. Ability to operate heavy machinery is required as well as effective communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial mechanical maintenance processes is essential.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents.
• Knowledge of welding and inspection methods is preferred.
• Aptitude in math and mechanical/electrical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance and repair of plant equipment.
• Monitor and analyze plant equipment operating data.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance activities as required.

Skills

Industrial mechanical maintenance processes

Technical document interpretation (P&ID, mechanical drawings)

Experience with machine shop tooling

Welding processes and inspection methods

Rotating equipment alignment and troubleshooting

Mathematical aptitude

Effective communication skills

MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician – DGC - Operations, LLC

Union Affiliation: International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 30, AFL-CIO

Basic Function: Safety and Environmental awareness is of paramount concern in all job functions within DGC Operations, LLC. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician position leads by example, by facilitating and promoting a positive and open safety culture, as well as a diligent and effective environmental program.

This day‑shift position supports the day‑to‑day mechanical maintenance activities in the facility.

Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the mechanical maintenance and repair of all plant equipment as assigned.
• Monitor plant equipment and analyze plant equipment operating data (vibration levels, oil quality, bearing temperatures, etc.).
• Work call‑outs, potential holidays and weekends including extended hours as required to maintain plant availability.
• Troubleshoot, disassemble, reassemble, repair, and replace mechanical equipment and associated parts.
• Assist in scheduling, coordinating and conducting preventative maintenance activities as required.
• Assist in directing outside contractor activities within the plant.
• Develop, implement, perform and oversee preventative maintenance tasks for systems and equipment in the facility.
• Responsible for seeing that all safety rules and procedures are followed on his/her shift.
• Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications.
• Generate, prepare, and submit various reports as assigned and directed.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection process for maintenance and operations personnel.
• Participate in the development of site training materials and documentation as assigned.
• Provide mentoring, training, guidance, and support for site personnel as assigned.
• Participate in the ongoing development, improvement and revision of applicable policies, standards and procedures as assigned.
• Responsible to complete assigned safety, administrative, technical or other training as required in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties and administrative tasks as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general expectations considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and are not to be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Qualifications

• A combination of experience and education in industrial mechanical maintenance processes. Experience with the construction, commissioning and start‑up of combined cycle facilities is desired.
• Must be able to read, understand and interpret technical documents such as P&ID’s, mechanical / shop drawings and technical manuals.
• Experience with machine shop tooling, equipment and process is desired.
• Experience with welding processes, inspection methods, various metallurgy and interpreting reports is desired.
• Experience with rotating equipment alignment, adjustment and troubleshooting is desired.
• Strong aptitude in math, mechanical/electrical ability and production control.
• Skill in communicating effectively.
• Experience with computer software programs such as MS word, Excel, Power Point and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems is desired.
• Must have the manual dexterity to climb ladders / stairs, reach and operate manual and automatic valves, breakers or other devices. Twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; talk, see and hear with sufficient acuity to successfully perform all aspects of the job; perform simple grasping or fine manipulation; use telephone, computer or communicate through written means. Must be able to safely lift up to 50lbs from floor to standing position. Must have the ability to operate motorized equipment such as forklifts, boom supported aerial lifts, snow removal or other equipment as trained and assigned. Must be able to safely work in inclement weather conditions.

Required Credentials and/or Designations – Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Requires ability to sit for extended periods of time, periodically bending and twisting and frequently apply a moderate amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Physical and Environmental Factors

• Standing Stationary – F
• Work Alone – O
• Moving About – F
• Work With Others – C
• Work Around Others – C
• Customer/Public Contact – V
• Lifting - Push & Pull While Stationary – O
• Shift Work – NP
• Sedentary (up to 10 lbs) – O
• Extended Day – O
• Light Work (10 to 20 lbs) – O
• Inside – F
• Medium Work (20 to 50 lbs) – O
• Heavy Work (50 to 100 lbs) – V
• Confined Areas – V
• Extreme Hot – O
• Carrying - Push & Pull While Moving About – O
• Extreme Cold – O
• Wet and/or Humid – O
• Medium Work (10 to 50 lbs) – V
• Vibration – O
• Heavy Work (50 to 100 lbs) – V
• Mechanical Equipment – F
• Electrical Equipment – F
• Pressurized Equipment – O
• Climbing – F
• Burning Material/Equipment – O
• Explosive Material/Equipment – O
• Stooping – O
• Radiant Energy – F
• Kneeling – O
• Moving Objects – O
• Crouching – O
• High Places – O
• Reaching – F
• Dirt Dust – O
• Gases – O
• Twisting (standing) – F
• Video Computer Screen – F
• Feeling – F
• Talking – F
• Hearing – C