Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical:

• As requested and as the result of inspection tours, checks machines and equipment to see if they are operating efficiently
• When machines or equipment are not functioning properly, diagnoses the cause by observation, sound or other methods based on mechanical knowledge and determines what repairs or adjustments are needed
• Adjusts or changes settings of semi-complex and complex machines or assemblies involving simple or intricate adjustments
• As needed, repairs machines by replacing such parts as gears, discs, cams, belts, chains, studs, guides, shafts, bushings, etc.
• Makes test run and final adjustments
• Partially or completely dismantles equipment to make repairs and/or adjustments and reassembles equipment

Pipefitting:

• Lies out and installs piping with valves, tees, nipples, drains, etc.
• Measures, cuts and threads pipe as needed
• Measures, cuts, bends and sweat couples copper tubing
• Connects pneumatic control instruments and adjusts control valves
• Packs valves, replaces gaskets, floats, washers, etc.
• Diagnoses cause of trouble and make necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements to pipelines, valves, sprinkler heads, toilets, fountains, fluid or gas lines, etc.
• Estimates other than stock items needed and orders same through supervisors.

Lubricating:

• Lubricates the moving parts and wearing surfaces of all assigned machines, mechanical equipment, motors, etc., and regulates the quantity to be used. Removes excess grease and foreign matter
• Uses specified lubricants
• Follows scheduled and deviates from same when necessary
• Notes any obvious equipment defects and notifies supervisor of same

Utility Maintenance:

• Lies out and performs general masonry work, such as, building forms and the mixing and pouring of concrete for pedestals, footings, etc.
• Digs trenches and lay tile pipe, etc.
• Perform miscellaneous grounds maintenance work
• Makes minor floor and roof repairs

Carpentry:

• Makes and/or repairs benches, platforms, closets, partitions, shelves, bins, racks, etc.
• Adjusts doors, and replaces locks and hinges

Welding:

• Regulates the flow of gas to control flame or current for proper temperature.
• Performs routine welding duties involving broken or cracked parts or in the erecting and welding of small stands, etc.

Skills:

• Know how to check, adjust, clean, and lubricate assigned equipment
• Know how to tend and operate boilers and make water tests
• Know how to diagnose cause of trouble in all equipment, dismantle and repair same
• Knowledge of plant layout
• Know how to make plumbing and pipefitting repairs and modification

Physical and Working Conditions Required:

• Will be required to stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry
• Will be required to work indoors and outdoors
• Must have good sight, touch, and hearing
• Must have good manual dexterity
• Must know how to operate hand and power tools common to the trade
• Must be able to work under natural and artificial light

Education:

• High School Graduate

This description because of the nature and importance of the position may not be all inclusive. Responsibilities may change as business conditions change.