Shop Mechanic, Louisiana

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Overview

 

The Shop Mechanic will repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors and production machines, and equipment.

 

Required Experience and Skills:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one to years years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Responsibilities

 

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

 

Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble

Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts

Examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections

Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements

Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments

Repair or replace defective parts

Install special functional and structural parts in devices

Lubricate, maintain, and clean parts as needed

Start and operate devices to test their performance

Set up and operate drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts

Weld, cut, and grind as needed

Repair electrical equipment

Assist other workers as needed

Qualifications

 

Physical

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions

Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work

Will operate office equipment of all types

Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis

Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, reaching overhead, squatting, sitting or standing and lifting

Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator

Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.

Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)

Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus

Must be able to drive cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment

 Mental

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision

Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work

Ability to write and use math/complete calculations

Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions

Decision making skills necessary

Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details