Maintenance Mechanic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Supervise other workers
• Fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up
• Perform routine maintenance work on machinery
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Operate machining tools to fabricate parts
• Program programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
• Assembling machinery and equipment (prior to installation)
• Installing machinery and equipment
• Operate hoisting and lifting equipment

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player