Mechanical Technician

Holland, L.P.; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland, L.P. is seeking skilled technicians in University Park, Illinois to repair and build welding equipment. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, as well as welding with MIG, TIG, and stick methods. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, inspecting equipment, and assisting new employees. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work safely and effectively as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in welding (MIG, TIG, stick).
• Experience in metal cutting using gas oxygen torch and plasma cutting.
• Ability to read tape measures, mics, and calipers.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and build Holland welding equipment and rail pullers.
• Inspect welding equipment components during disassembly and assembly.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic welding systems.
• Operate Holland automatic flash-butt welding equipment during Factory Acceptance Testing.
• Assist with training new employees on repair and assembly practices.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

MIG welding

TIG welding

Stick welding

Metal cutting skills

Ability to read mechanical prints

Use of diagnostic instruments

Basic hand tools usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Manlifts

Scissor lifts

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – may include but not limited to:

• Repair and build Holland flash-butt welding equipment and rail pullers
• Inspection of welding equipment components during disassembling and assembling
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic welding systems
• Using a variety of hand and power tools and testing equipment to service Holland welding equipment
• Follow program directives to perform mechanical testing on various components of the welder head and puller
• Operate Holland automatic flash-butt welding equipment during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
• Repair and restore worn or damaged components to standard service conditions
• Build and test hydraulic manifolds
• Setup and confirm function of welding equipment after build and/or repair
• MIG and stick welding during fabrication of welding quadrant
• Supply on time and quality products to all Holland customers
• Ensure welding equipment produces welds meeting AREMA specifications
• Work with suppliers and other divisions to ensure correct functions of Holland welding equipment
• Assist with training new employees on divisional repair and assembly practices
• Participate in technical training programs as requested
• Maintain safety discipline practices and enforcement of main shop safety rules
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Maintain Shop paper work and work instruction accuracy
• Assist WTG engineering department with E.C.R.’S, N.C.R.’S, O.F.I’S, I.F.S. Procedures and work instructions etc. as required
• Travel as required
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing, walking, stooping, crouching, reaching, kneeling and bending, for extended periods required to perform basic functions along with some sitting
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds is regularly required
• Vision must be sufficient for reading electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical prints and schematics
• Ability to climb a steep ladder frequently
• Ability to move up and down from trucks

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Exposure on a regular basis to mostly indoor and sometimes outdoor weather conditions
• Could be working at off sight locations either inside or outside
• Shop environment, dry conditions, heated shop, non-air conditioned
• All safety related gear and PPE provided

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with the follow: Electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical knowledge
• Minimum 5 years’ experience welding experience with using mig, tig, and stick
• Minimum 5 years’ experience metal cutting skills using gas oxygen torch and plasma cutting to repair of basic steel structures
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working on or performing maintenance and or repairs on various heavy industrial hydraulic and mechanical operated equipment
• Read tape measure, mic’s and calipers
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical prints and schematics
• Working knowledge of the proper use of electrical diagnostic instruments and measurements tools
• Ability to use and get certified on forklifts
• Ability to use manlifts, scissor lifts
• Experience using basic hand tools, fasteners and power tools (drills, grinders, etc.)
• Develop clear understanding of Holland quality expectations or requirements
• Ability to understand bills of material and non-conformance procedures
• Able to work effectively as a team member
• Good safety awareness and behavior
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Takes ownership in solving problems
• Able to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated; motivated by improvement and performance