Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

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Mechanical maintenance technician provides electrical installation support for new machinery installations and plant upgrades, to include power and controls wiring of electrical equipment, such as transformers, motors, controllers, pumps and control systems, etc.

Mechanical Maintenance Technician Duties & Responsibilities

To write an effective mechanical maintenance technician job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included mechanical maintenance technician job description templates that you can modify and use.

Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Install, commission, troubleshoot and maintain facility motors, piping, pumps, valves, mechanical seals, samplers, tanks, mixers, thermal relief valves, full flow relief valves, densitometers, gates and all related mechanical equipment
Disassembles mechanical devices such as resin screws, barrels, cylinders, valves, pumps, gearboxes to remove defective parts and make lasting repairs
Ability to make field repairs on centrifugal and diaphragm pumps
Perform maintenance, diagnosis, repair, installation and upkeep of mechanical equipment such as Gas turbines, diesel generators, pumps, valves, piping, compressors
Actively participate in a High Performance Work Team environment, sharing knowledge and skills with all other team members
Provide routine maintenance training to team members
Participates in cost effective decision making, for example, labor, parts, materials
Actively participates in the design, implementation and upgrade of all reliability programs
Identify and maintain critical spare inventory levels, working with stores
Participates in shutdown planning and two-week planning processes, including work and parts preparation

Mechanical Maintenance Technician Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Mechanical Maintenance Technician

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BTEC/HNC, OSHA, PIT, NCCER, HVAC, WSI, IPAF, NVQ, NATE, BOSH

Education for Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Typically a job would require a certain level of education.

Employers hiring for the mechanical maintenance technician job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Collage Degree in Technical, Industrial, Associates, Education, Manufacturing, Welding, Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Military, Fashion

Skills for Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Desired skills for mechanical maintenance technician include:

MS Office Professional Products
Pumps
Welding
Motors
Drives
3 phase power
Communication devices
Relays
Servos
Automated industrial machinery which includes

Desired experience for mechanical maintenance technician includes:

Set up and operate all types of mechanical tools which could include general machinist tools, alignment devices
Read blue prints and related technical literature as required
Learn window-based computer systems and Kimberly Clark specific systems such as SAP, TALCM and DTR
Be willing and have the mechanical aptitude to lead and execute repairs on high speed rotating equipment
To work with and on occasion, lead others (operators, crafts, contractors, suppliers)
To be proficient in the assembly, disassembly and installation of mechanical systems and components commonly found on high speed rotating equipment

Mechanical Maintenance Technician Examples

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Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a mechanical maintenance technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for mechanical maintenance technician
  • To be proficient in the safe execution of rigging and large equipment transportation
  • Maintain Site Mechanical Systems
  • Repair, assemble and install components for hydraulic systems
  • Maintain and overhaul hydraulics and related components
  • Rebuild install and align pump assemblies utilizing safe rigging methods using hand or power tools
  • Execute preventative maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Perform electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic system inspections following established procedures or other written or verbal instructions
  • Calibrate control units on C.N.C., E.C.M
  • Provide organization of the plant shop, and maintenance tools
  • Improve maintenance development projects in order to increase reliability and maintainability level of machines
Qualifications for mechanical maintenance technician
  • Building management system and basic IT systems
  • Compressed air and refrigeration equipment
  • Chilled and treated water systems and their pipework including sprinklers
  • Apprenticeship background is highly desirable
  • Strong health and safety and environmental awareness
  • Knowledge of the regulatory requirements required for the manufacture of sterile medical devices is highly desirable
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Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a mechanical maintenance technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for mechanical maintenance technician
  • Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on plant equipment, cranes, MC machines, Auto claves, vacuum systems, cooling towers, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines
  • Responsible for ensuring maximum up-time availability of the pipeline pumping equipment and components and the day-to-day safe remote Operations of the pipeline
  • Input, scheduling and planning of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
  • Operationing Station pipeline and facility scheduled checks Contractor oversight and monitoring generation of purchase requisitions
  • Internal training and development program, Emergency Response, and all other relevant mechanical training
  • Medical and Dental insurance immediately upon hire
  • Flexible spending accounts to help save for medical and dependent care expenses
  • 401k Retirement with a company match
  • Wellness Rewards Programs
  • Quarterly gainsharing
Qualifications for mechanical maintenance technician
  • Steam and condensate systems and pipework
  • Associate degree or two year technical degree from an accredited institution
  • 3+ years maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
  • Degree in an engineering discipline or industrial maintenance/electrician
  • Experience with rotating equipment such as CNC machines, winding machines and/or extrusion processes
  • HVAC experience and/or certification
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Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a mechanical maintenance technician. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for mechanical maintenance technician
  • Demonstrates proficiency and competency in two or more technical skills, For example, welding, precision machining, millwright, fabrication, lubrication programs
  • Perform proper shift relief with members of own work team and other work teams
  • Inspect machinery and equipment to identify necessary action to be taken
  • Prepare and complete accurate records of the various types of work performed and maintains other records as required
  • Perform work at all plants in Jurong Island Operations
  • Sourcing the best value for money spares and services through competitive bidding
  • Be conversant with the operation of all mechanical plant, within the Dartford River Crossing and other M25 Tunnels, under normal and emergency conditions and be capable of operating systems under local or remote control
  • Complete any records as required, including daily worksheets and maintenance report sheets
  • Read drawings and carry out fault finding and repairs without supervision
  • Carry out all type of Civil and Mechanical Maintenance work within the capacity of an Mechanical Technician with or without direct supervision
Qualifications for mechanical maintenance technician
  • 1 year – 3 years of relevant maintenance experience with electrical and mechanical systems
  • One year or more of experience as a multi-craft maintenance technician OR an Associate’s degree in an electrical or industrial maintenance discipline
  • Willing and able to work eight (8) to twelve (12) hour shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays on 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift
  • Experience reading mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics/blueprints
  • Educational or on the job experience working with boiler systems
  • One to three (1-3) years of industrial maintenance work
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Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a mechanical maintenance technician. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for mechanical maintenance technician
  • Equipment troubleshooting and repair including piping, rotating equipment and static equipment, ect
  • Support Plant Operations
  • Deliver maintenance support for Capital Projects
  • Maintain Condition of the plant shop and maintenance tools
  • Conduct seasonal prep work including Annual Preventative Maintenance, Repairs, and Improvements
  • Complete grounds and facility maintenance as needed
  • Utilize Predictive Maintenance tools to detect and remedy future machine failures
  • Create, continually update, and train Preventative Maintenance plans for varied equipment
  • Complete fabrication projects to improve plant processes
  • Performing a variety of general repairs, installations and maintenance on building equipment, including but not limited to changing ballasts, light bulbs and/or tubes, light switches, receptacles, door locks and general repairs on plumbing fixtures, refrigeration equipment, alarm and fire protection systems, piping and tubing
Qualifications for mechanical maintenance technician
  • An understanding of Health and Safety requirements - IOSH, NEBOSH - though qualifications aren't required
  • Support Safety, Environmental, Health, and Security Standards
  • Able to pick up and manipulate up to 50 pounds safely
  • Three to five years of reliability maintenance practice
  • Willingness and ability to work shifts, overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks
  • 2+ years of related maintenance work
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Mechanical Maintenance Technician Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a mechanical maintenance technician. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for mechanical maintenance technician
  • Have all round experience of welding, plumbing and manufacturing items using workshop machinery
  • Ensure good communication and cooperation between both (FSJ & Merritt) plant sites and with corporate teams
  • Remove/replace defective parts by disassembling machinery
  • Controls downtime by preforming routine preventative maintenance requirements, daily equipment inspections, and monitoring machine operational performance
  • Determines dimensional sizes of parts by inspecting parts
  • Fabricates and repair parts by using machine shop tools and equipment
  • Functions as a technical resource for assigned assets, mentors others
  • Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating repairs, irregularities and continuing maintenance needs
  • Perform duties as needed in support of the plant
  • Perform Operator Technician duties as called upon
Qualifications for mechanical maintenance technician
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time
  • High school graduation
  • Basic computer skills preferred (Windows, Word, Excel, CMMS software such as SAP PM)
  • Ability to read and understand mechanical, structural, and civil drawings, equipment manuals is required
  • Coal handling or other bulk material handling experience is preferred
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and the ability to manage multiple priorities

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