Maintenance Technician-Mechanic Temp To Hire

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED is required

• 3-5 years of experience

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts and apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

• Must be able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

• Must be certified to operate a forklift and man lift to all approved OSHA and Howmet standards.

• Salary Range: $21/hr. for temporary employment, increase if hired. This position is eligible for a $1,000 sign-on bonus if hired

Howmet Engines has an immediate opening for a Maintenance Technician-Mechanic to assist in the maintenance process at our facility in Rochester, NY.

Basic Functions:

Work in a fast-paced manufacturing facility to assist install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in commercial or industrial establishments by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of the building does not deteriorate:

• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment

• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance technicians to diagnose the problem or repair the machine

• Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, and perform other maintenance actions, following checklists

• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery

• Troubleshoot and repair various aspects of production machinery, including saws, hydraulic presses and associated forging equipment:

• Repair and replace mechanical components and assemblies, including install of forging dies and fixtures, bearing assemblies, chains, belts and sliding component wear plates

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair electrical issues, from control power (transforms, power supplies, contactors, relays, motor starters and overloads) to 480V distribution and motors

• Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair hydraulic issues including loss of system pressures, cylinder actuation, pump or valve leaks or malfunctions; replace hydraulics pumps, motors, cylinders valves and other associated components

• Plan and lay out repair work using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams

• Align and balance new equipment after installations

• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices

• Operate cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts

• Operate overhead cranes and hoists, forklifts, scissor and boom lifts

• Maintain a safe and organized workstation and follow all Company policies, safety, and procedures

• Record maintenance and repair work performed