Amentum
manufacturing
MechanicalMaintenanceTechnicianApprentice
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“Mechanical Maintenance Technician Apprentice at Amentum. Skills: mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, welding. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair facility mechanical pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems. Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment, blowers, and fans”
What You'll Achieve.
Recommends measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance
Industry & Context.
Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs facility mechanical pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems; Troubleshoots and repairs HVAC equipment, blowers, and fans; Troubleshoots and repairs commercial doors; Troubleshoots and repairs heat exchange equipment; Troubleshoots and repairs basic electrical issues; Analyzes and resolves work problems; Assists workers in solving work problems
Ability to work in an aerial lift or scissor lift at heights up to 30 feet or higher, Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs, Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift, Requires the ability and flexibility to bend/stoop, squat, move in a 90-degree fashion, stretch/reach repetitively throughout shift, Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift, Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife, Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding, Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement, Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed, Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment, Must be willing to work overtime when required, May be required to work holidays and weekends, Must have the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location, May require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or GED, 0 -1 years of experience performing mechanical maintenance in an industrial environment or combination of education, Ability to work in an aerial lift or scissor lift at heights up to 30 feet or higher
Nice to Have
Associates degree or technical certification in industrial mechanical, HVAC, Electrical or related Facility Maintenance discipline, Welding certification, Experience with building mechanical equipment operation, diagnostics and repairs, Experience performing preventive maintenance on facility related equipment, Experience performing pump repair, pipefitting, welding, fabrication, and millwright related work, Experience welding using MIG, TIG, and arc welders, Experience maintaining basic plumbing needs, Experience with basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs, Experience working in a CMMS environment
What You'll Do.
and repair facility mechanical pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems
Troubleshoot and repair HVAC equipment
Perform welding and fabrication
Troubleshoot and repair commercial doors
Troubleshoot and repair heat exchange equipment
Perform basic pipefitting repairs
Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical issues
Conduct preventive maintenance inspections
Perform preventive maintenance actions
Assist in the movement of machines/fixtures
Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled in CMMS
Respond and provide service and feedback to customer on work orders
Assure compliance to codes
regulations and industry standards
Recommend measures to improve maintenance methods
Recommend measures to improve equipment performance
Analyze and resolve work problems
Assist workers in solving work problems
Understand company policies
Enforce safety regulations
Safely perform functions of the position
Follow proper safety guidelines
Operate various measuring
diagnostic and testing instruments
Provide energy efficiency solutions
Operate a variety of equipment
Maintain a strict schedule
Demonstrate flexibility in day-to-day activities
Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assists in the movement of machines/fixtures, materials, and equipment as required; Responds and provides service and feedback to the customer on all work orders; Interacts with all clients in a professional and friendly manner
Communication Scope
good written and verbal communication
Full Job Description
Amentum is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician I Apprentice to join our manufacturing team in Decatur, Il! * Typical work schedule is on 2nd shift 2:00pm _10:30pm; hours may vary based on business demand. * Weekend hours may be scheduled to support our 24/7 operation This maintenance mechanic is responsible for providing an advanced level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive and corrective maintenance on the**facility mechanical equipment and systems in an industrial manufacturing environment.** Must have the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot ventilation equipment, pumps, fans, etc. in an industrial environment. Strong mechanical and welding skills are required. Must demonstrate good written and verbal communication. Mechanical Maintenance Technician IV must have the ability to identify and correct any safety-related issues and perform independent equipment evaluations to identify potential equipment failures. General Maintenance of equipment will also be required. **_Responsibilities:_** * Diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs facility mechanical systems; pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems. * Troubleshoots and repairs HVAC equipment, blowers, and fans. * Perform welding and fabrication, including building custom fixtures, fabricating brackets, and fabricating maintenance parts or “one off” parts. Performs maintenance on various welders as needed. * Troubleshoots and repairs commercial doors, including those made by Rytek, DoorMan, Mega Door, DynaCo Doors, and similar manufacturers. * Troubleshoots and repairs heat exchange equipment. * Performs basic pipefitting repairs. * Troubleshoots and repairs basic electrical issues. * Conducts preventive maintenance inspections and performs required preventive maintenance actions such as lubrication, cleaning, filter changes, etc. * Assists in the movement of machines/fixtures, materials, and equipment as required. * Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled in th
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