Mechanical Technician 2

TalentBurst, Inc; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBurst, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Technician II for a 6-month onsite contract in Wilmington, NC. The role focuses on mechanical support for installation, debugging, and startup of equipment and automated systems, with hands-on work on the shop floor and collaboration with outside trades.

The ideal candidate has related degrees or equivalent experience, strong problem-solving skills, and a safety-first mindset in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• AAS/BS degrees in mechanical fields; equivalent work experience considered.
• Hands-on work with equipment using common hand tools and measurement devices.
• Commitment to job-site safety and quality standards.
• Understanding of process variables: flow, temperature, pressure, level.
• Ability to read drawings and schematics for troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical discipline support during installation, debugging, and startup.
• Coordinate with trades during equipment installation and conversion.
• Develop and follow project plans to reach goals safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and replace faulty components; document changes.
• Review installation checklists and update drawings as needed.

Education

AAS Mechanical Eng Tech

BS Mechanical Eng Tech

BS Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Alignment devices

Job description

Title: Mechanical Technician II
Location: Wilmington, NC 28405 (Onsite)
Duration: 6-month contract

Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Occasional overtime (10-20 hours per week) during peak project periods
Role Summary:

• We are seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing mechanical discipline support in the construction, installation, debugging, troubleshooting, and startup of equipment and automated systems, including hands-on support to the point of turnover to operations at domestic manufacturing sites; the majority of time is spent on the floor working on equipment.
• Provide directions to outside contract trades during all aspects of equipment installation and conversion such as demolition, construction, installation, testing, and debugging of production equipment.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and using project plans and timelines to achieve project goals without sacrificing safety, intellectual property, or quality.
• Develop understanding of process and equipment functions in the area of responsibility
• Assess the condition and usability of existing equipment for fit and function with new installation plans.
• Execute initial equipment set-up and debug up to the point of turnover to operations.
• Create, review, and update installation documentation and drawings as required.
• Develop and use project plans and timelines to achieve project goals.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting, replacing or directing trades as necessary to replace defective components and execute changes to solve equipment/process issues.
• Review, redline, and modify existing installation checklists, machine part lists, illustrations, machine specs, schedules, and complete drawing packages, including follow-up with drafting services.
• Procure and expedite materials needed to build or install new or modified equipment.

Required Education & Skills:

• AAS Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS Mechanical Engineering Technology, BS Mechanical Engineering (Equivalent work experience may be considered in rare circumstances.)
• Ability to work hands-on with the equipment using typical hand tools, instruments, and measurement/alignment devices.
• Demonstrated commitment to job site safety.
• Process variable understanding: flow, temperature, rate*** pressure, level.
• Interpreting drawings and schematics to aid in troubleshooting.
• Works well in a team environment, is a self-starter and results-oriented, and effective in various settings to provide and present necessary information to project, department, and site leaders.

Desired Skills

• Highly motivated and results-oriented professional with excellent organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Comfortable working in small teams and collaborating across departments to meet deadlines.
• Experience with precision measurement tools (e.g., tape measures, calipers, micrometers).
• Experience working on a manufacturing floor or construction environment.

Travel Requirements

• Typical travel can range from a few days to a few weeks during the project initiation phase. During the deployment phase of the project, travel may be full-time.
• Travel may be required to Corning Optical Fiber and Cable Manufacturing sites in North Carolina (Concord, Winston-Salem, Hickory, Newton, and Wilmington).

Hours of Work/Work Schedule

• 40 hours/week. Flexibility is required, with occasional overtime (10-20 hours per week) during peak project periods.
• Overtime is not uncommon and is indeed expected at times, however the amount and duration will vary as a function of the job position, particular project, and point in the project life cycle.