Electra
heavy industry
MechanicalTechnicianII
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“Mechanical Technician II at Electra. Skills: Mechanical maintenance, Troubleshooting fluid flow equipment, Laboratory safety, Building maintenance. Maintain test and pilot systems. Support building maintenance”
What You'll Achieve.
Maintain availability of systems; Maintain reliability of systems; Ensure facility is in safe condition
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting
Emergency response may be required, Wall damage, Snow shoveling, Ceiling tile replacements, Exterior trash pick-up, Flood recovery, Fire recovery, Weather recovery
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years of industry experience working as a technician or operator in a chemical, manufacturing, or R&D environment, understanding of fluid flow processes and associated equipment, Experience working with and troubleshooting fluid flow equipment such as pumps, valves, filters, and instrumentation, commitment to laboratory safety and adherence to procedures, Detail oriented mindset with a commitment to following procedures and carefully documenting data as required, Organizational and time management skills, Verbal and written communication skills, Basic building maintenance skills, Basic understanding of HVAC systems, boiler systems and chillers, Experience with, or ability to quickly learn, Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and SharePoint
Nice to Have
Technical certification or an associate’s degree in a related field, 2+ years of industry experience working as a technician or operator in a chemical, manufacturing, or R&D environment, Experience with basic troubleshooting of low-voltage power, signal, and electrical equipment, Experience contributing to and developing preventative maintenance programs for industrial systems, equipment and building systems, Basic construction and building/facility maintenance, Ability to prioritize and execute, with a high level of detail, on daily tasks effectively with minimal supervision
What You'll Do.
Maintain test and pilot systems
Support building maintenance
Support facility work requests
Maintain chemical systems
Maintain electrochemical systems
Adhere to safety protocols
Maintain work environment
Develop maintenance procedures
Document maintenance procedures
Perform preventative maintenance
Perform checks on instruments
Contribute to construction of new systems
Maintain plumbing shop
Comply with safety policies
Perform facilities work requests
Ensure facility safety
Perform emergency response
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with internal teams; Collaborate with vendors; Collaborate with outside agencies
Communication Scope
Verbal communication skills; Written communication skills
Full Job Description
Who we are: We're transforming one of the world’s oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly, and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you. What you will do: As a Mechanical Technician II, you will play a key role in maintaining the availability and reliability of the company’s test and pilot systems, in addition to supporting building maintenance activities and facility work requests. Responsibilities include: The duties listed below represent typical responsibilities of a Mechanical Technician II; however, they are not intended to be all-inclusive. Mechanical maintenance technicians perform a wide range of tasks that can vary significantly in scope, depending on operational needs, equipment requirements, and facility demands. Maintain and troubleshoot a variety of chemical and electrochemical systems ranging from R&D to pilot scales Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment Help develop and document appropriate preventative maintenance and calibration procedures Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to equipment and systems, including pump and valve rebuilds, cleaning, tube and pipe replacements Perform routine calibrations and checks on various instruments measuring parameters such as temperature, pressure, and flow rates Contribute to the construction of new test systems and supporting infrastructure. Maintain inventory and the systems plumbing shop area to our 6S standards Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and outside agencies as needed Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety poli
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