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/