Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities:

• Assists mechanical engineers in the planning and testing of mechanical components, equipment, and machinery, such as engines, instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc. Helps prepare proposals and cost estimates. Estimates work load to establish completion dates. Requires a high school degree or its equivalent with at least 5 years of experience in the field. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

• Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.

• Installs, starts up, and shuts down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with OSHA requirements.

• Advises operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.

• Informs appropriate management and line mechanics of potential mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.

• Maintains performance and maintenance records for identified equipment.

• Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.

• Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.

• Assists and trains other maintenance and other technical-level employees.

Educational and Certification Requirements:

• Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field.

• Three to five years of proven experience in the mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic fields.

Experience Requirements:

• Four years of practical field experience in Mechanical systems maintenance, and security

Other Requirements:

• Active Secret Clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Pay Transparency Nondiscriminatory Provision