Maintenance Mechanic

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Located in Visalia, CA

Salary: 24.00-32.00

Maintenance Mechanic

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Mechanics are to take direction from senior mechanics or boilermakers when they are working on the job. It is our expectation that every mechanic will become a boilermaker as they learn the trade and hone their skills.

 

• All mechanics should understand how to operate basic hand tools and power tools safely and correctly. At all times, safety is our number one priority and should be in the forefront of our minds.

 

• Mechanic should be able to retain information in a way that allows them to repeat tasks once they have been taught once. This is an entry level position, and the expectation is that mechanics must show an ability to learn, retain and repeat the skills that they are learning.

 

• It is expected that mechanics can perform simple annual inspections with little or no supervision. ((Package hot water heaters (Raypak, RBI, Teledyne Laars, etc.) and our rental units)).

 

• Understanding that we work on a wide variety of equipment and learning how to diagnose issues is key to our operation.

 

• Have a basic understanding of boiler controls, including but not limited to, operating control, high limit, low water, gas pressure switches, combustion air switch, etc. This includes the ability to correctly perform a trip test on the boiler controls.

 

 

 

• Begin to learn how to install the equipment. This includes system installation, as well as knowing how many different types of equipment are supposed to be installed.  This includes, but is not limited to, complete boilers, DA tanks, condensate tank, pumps, burners, gas regulators, steam headers, traps, etc. and all associated piping to connect these items into the system.

 

• Fill out your work orders and timesheet in a way that communicates with not only the customer, but the shop personnel so the customer’s needs are met. (this includes the completion of paperwork in a timely manner and submitted on time when required).

 

• Arrive to the Visalia shop punctually, and ride along with an assigned boilermaker or technician to and from any/all job sites that day.

 

• Work as a team player with the other mechanics, technicians, boilermakers as work and scheduling conflicts come up with after-hours work. It is expected and understood that there will be times when mechanics must be willing to take service calls and scheduled work outside normal business hours.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Basic level of boiler system installation.

 

• A basic ability to read and understand a variety of piping diagrams. This includes understanding the symbols and what they mean. The expectation is that with only a diagram the mechanic can figure out and understand how the system is intended to be installed.

 

• A working knowledge of all applied tools and operation.

 

• Basic welding skills. This includes stick/arc welding.

 

• Welding skills of different varieties a plus but not required (heliarc, mig and tig, wire feed, stainless steel, etc.)

 

• Basic mechanical skills and understanding, including but not limited to pipe fitting, welding, rigging, layout, job coordination.

 

• Basic electrical knowledge is a plus. Ability limited to marking and disconnecting wires in a safe and responsible manner for safety and reconnection. This includes the ability to use an electrical multi-meter to test for live circuits.

 

 

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are important.

 

• Basic understanding of electricity.

 

• Customer service understanding is required.

 

• Understanding that this job requires us to have a solution at all times. If we can’t fix the problem, then our customers will go somewhere else.

 

• Demonstrate critical thinking skills to actively troubleshoot arising problems that may occur on and off a jobsite.

 

• Understanding that our customers run 24/7 and when their equipment breaks, we are expected to respond. Our typical mechanics will work an average of 45 hours a week and many times are closer to 50 hours a week, with occasional weeks over 60 hours.

 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the service supervisor or branch manager.

 

• Assist in resolving customer complaints while on the work site.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• A High School Diploma, GED, or a certification of completion from a field related trade school; including basic to intermediate math skills, electrical knowledge and welding skills.

 

Technical Skills:

• The employee is taking on an entry-level position. Pre-existing basic mechanical skills, general safety and safe tool practices, and a mechanical acumen are required for this position.

 

 

 

 

 

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