Overhaul Technician (Level I)

Overview

The primary job responsibilities of the Overhaul Technician (Level I/II) position include at a minimum disassembly and assembly cleaning and testing of mechanical components related to pneumatic and hydraulic valves.

Responsibilities

Move material to and from workstation by hand cart pallet jack hoist/ crane as required. Maybe required to perform heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds).

Disassemble (tear-down) clean according to work instructions engineering drawings and/or test codes.

Responsible for processing paperwork pertaining to the disassembly/Assembly and cleaning of pneumatic and hydraulic valves.

Use of fixtures press vice grinders wire wheel pneumatic/hand tools etc.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Performs other related duties as assigned by management

Adhere to all safety rules regulations practices procedures and established company policies.

Maintain good housekeeping.

EXPERIENCE

Possesses strong mechanical skills

Hands on work assembly and disassembly of mechanical parts.

Some knowledge working with electronics.

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated experience with mechanical and pneumatic components.

Ability to work in conformance with engineering specifications quality procedures and lean manufacturing principles.

Ability to understand work procedures determine tooling and operation sequence order to establish the most efficient manner of utilizing materials and equipment.

Ability to read and interpret operating and maintenance instructions procedure manuals. Able to communicate effectively with coworkers.

Able to follow instructions possess basic comprehension and reading skills.

Able to work independently and as part of a group as a team player.

Has the ability to learn quickly and apply new skills immediately.

Positive attitude and high degree of self-discipline and self-motivation are required.

Over 2 years of manufacturing assembly experience or related experience/training or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Ability to work safely on all tasks related to the job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Requires repeated movements and tasks daily.

The employee is frequently required to stand walk use hands reach with hands and arms stoop crouch.

Job requires use of vibrating/impact pneumatic hand tools.

The employee may be required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Regular full-time. Must be able to work overtime and Saturdays when required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.

While performing duties on this job the employee will be working with dirty grimy and rusted parts since most of the customer product received for overhaul mounts under the train.

The noise level in certain areas of the shop may be usually loud at some times.

Employee will work near moving mechanical and pneumatic parts/equipment.

The work will be performed indoors. However employee is exposed to climate conditions (due to weather) as there is no HVAC within shop area.

PPE required throughout shop area at a minimum safety steel toe shoe and eye protection is required within shop area. Within certain areas hearing protection hand protection arm protection respirator and face shield may be required.