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The purpose of an Irving Mechanic is to perform as a professional, highly skilled and
exceptionally competent maintenance person, who participates in teams to develop and
implement solutions.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
· Must work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures.
· Energy Control Procedures (ECP’s) and Lock Tag Try (LTT) system.
· Forklift operation, licensed – will provide certification.
· PLC basics — Ability to use laptop for troubleshooting and see what limit switch or photo.
· eye is not working and ability to adjust where needed. Internal various times in the program.
· the ability to access status files to diagnose and clear PLC faults.
· Troubleshooting basics, how to analyze a problem and step to the root cause. Help reduces.
· cycle time to problem resolution
· Installs, modifies, or maintains plant equipment and assists in determining appropriate.
· methods to accomplish these tasks.
· Read, understand, and analyze blueprints and other technical data references.
· Expert use of hand and power tools.
· Inspects plant equipment to identify potential problems prior to breakdown occurrences
· Complies with good housekeeping practices on the job and ensures work areas are clean and
· picked up after each job completion.
· Follows all environmental compliance polices & programs.
· Work as instructed with outside contractors.
Mechanical:
· Machining bores, keyways, drill press, grinding; lathe and mill operation.
· Ability to properly, precision align belt, gear or direct coupled shafts using proper tools to
· specified tolerances.
· Understanding of lubrication principles and bearing tolerances and basic bearing “physics”-
· I.E. how it works in terms of need for extreme care, keeping clean, etc.
· Hydraulic systems understanding – hydraulic flow principles. Effects of pipe sizes and
· valves on pressure drops, making proper fittings per system requirements, proper valve.
· application, etc. Applied to water systems, hot oil, and hydraulic systems.
· Same as above for compressed air and steam, (where applicable) systems.
· Understanding of pump basics and operating characteristics including effects of suction
· pressures, head pressures, sealing/packing techniques.
· Ability to track conveyor belts properly and understanding the physics of belt operation and
· tracking including bucket elevators; belt splicing.
· Ability to read air and power fluid schematics.
· Basic welding for all; structural and piping welding for at least one craft per plant.
· Pipefitting – alignment, flange, threading.
· Ultrasonic rotating equipment troubleshooting.
Electrical:
· Basic industrial electrical code.
· Capability to read schematics and P&ID drawings.
· Fusing, thermal overload protection, wire sizing, motor theory, etc.
· AC, DC, and Servo drive system (basics).
· Be able to safely conduct motor control and power circuit troubleshooting. Understand fuse.
· sizing, take motor amp readings, understand basic DC motor control, etc.
· Ability to fully troubleshoot drives-DC and AC variable frequency and communicate.
· technically with outside technical support when needed.
· Ability to fully understand the various control loops in the plant including IM/APC systems.
· and weight control equipment.
· Fully competent in electrical noise avoidance-grounding, shielding, etc.
· Burner system understanding, troubleshooting and properly tuning.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
The employee should hold the following abilities:
· Basic Computer Skills
· Electrical
· Basic PLC
· Hydraulic
· Pneumatics
· Basic Blueprint & Schematic reading
· Proficient in SAP PM Module
Skill:
· Basic Welding
· Able to think under pressure and make quick decisions.
· Ability to work well in a team or alone.
· Good attention to detail
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES:
· The employee must be able to:
· Must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument.
· Computer literacy – email, Excel, Word, etc.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
· The employee should have the following:
· High School, GED, or equivalent
· Complete and pass testing and/or training provided by the site.
· Must be able to learn the responsibilities of this position.
Experience:
· Preferably five (5) years in a related maintenance trade or occupation that involved.
· electrical, hydraulic machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
· Able to demonstrate trouble-shooting techniques and have a basic understanding of
· blueprints.
· Basic ability and knowledge of welding practices and hydraulic circuitry.
· Advanced understanding of electrical circuitry.
· Must have the ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
· Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct. supervision with drive toward accomplishment, and to produce high quality work.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
· The employee should possess the ability to:
· Ability to stand for 10 – 12 hours straight.
· Lift and push and pull 50lbs.
· Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely.
· Exposure to temperature extremes
· Exposure to loud sounds or noise levels
· Bending and twisting
· Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or control.
· Repetitive movements
· It is a requirement to be a U.S. citizen OR have valid proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Benefits:
401(k) with Employer Match, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Employee discounts, Medical Insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Parental leave, Retirement plan
Vision insurance
To apply please follow this link: https://careers.owenscorning.com/job/Irving-Mechanic-2nd-Class-TX-75060/1097933200/