Mechanical Technician

Job description

Job Summary: Work as a Mechanical Technician on a team assembling reverse osmosis equipment. Mechanical Technicians lay out, fabricate, and assemble PVC and metal piping spools, install sensors and devices, and ensure EHS and quality standards are met. This position works under the direction of the Mechanical Technician Lead and assigned Production Supervisor. Duties & Responsibilities: Follow all EHS rules and produce quality work Assist with other departments as needed Work with and coordinate activities with other job classifications Follow safe work practices and all environmental, health & safety policies and procedures Read and understand shop orders and bills of materials Assemble RO equipment from drawings as a member of a team Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Demonstrated mechanical aptitude Work as a member of a team and independently Desire to advance to higher-level mechanical technician roles Basic mathematics skills Ability to operate power tools such as drills, grinders, and saws Ability to assemble conduit and electrical panels and equipment per applicable quality and EHS standards Ability to work from engineered electrical drawings and schematics and understand engineering and quality specifications Ability to participate as a key member of an assembly team Education & Experience: Required High School Diploma/GED 1+ years of experience working in mechanical trades such as auto repair, HVAC, plumbing, etc. Preferred Trade school certificate in a mechanical trade Experience in a factory or industrial setting, preferably assembly operations Working Conditions: Must be able to perform work with appropriate PPE for work (safety-toed shoes, safety glasses, bump cap/hard hat, etc.) Must be able to operate power tools such as drills, grinders, and saws Some unassisted lifting of up to 50 lbs. is required – nearly all heavy parts movement is assisted with cranes/hoists and pallet jacks Majority of the day will be spent standing with some bending and fine motor work appropriate for work in a fabrication shop Some sitting and computer work is required