Mechanical Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Power Utility Industry is seeking a skilled technician to provide diagnostics and repair services for rotating equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical systems, particularly fluid drives and torque converters, and will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and safety of hydraulic systems through precise maintenance and effective communication with colleagues and customers.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of fluid drives and torque converters.
• Significant practical experience in machinery maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot effectively.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble fluid drives and torque converters.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks on hydraulic systems.
• Adhere to safety regulations when working with equipment.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Hydraulics and fluid mechanics

Technical manual interpretation

Precision maintenance

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post secondary training

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

PowerFlow Engineering, Inc. is a service company that provides diagnostics, repair and onsite consulting services for rotating equipment in the Power Utility Industry. Most notably fluid drive and torque converters.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including how fluid drives and torque converters operate.
• Understanding the principles of hydraulics and fluid mechanics as they pertain to fluid drives and torque converters.
• Ability to disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble fluid drives and torque converts. This includes machining parts, replacing worn components and ensuring precise assembly.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints and schematics to guide repairs and rebuilding processes.
• Must be proficient in cleaning parts
• Possess the ability to effectively use micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE:

• Significant practical experience in automotive or industrial machinery maintenance, specifically with fluid drives and torque converters. Post secondary training.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot issues effectively and efficiently.
• Precision in performing maintenance tasks to ensure reliability and safety.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as fluid level checks, filter replacements, and general cleaning of hydraulic systems.
• Ability to clearly communicate issues, solutions and instructions to colleagues or customers.
• Attention to detail to ensure that rebuilt components meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures when working with hydraulic systems and equipment.