Position: Mobile Equipment Maintenance Technician

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
• Inspect, repair, and replace defective or worn parts, such as bearings, pistons, and gears
• Perform scheduled maintenance, such as cleaning and lubricating parts
• Overhaul and test major components, such as engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems
• Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment, and keep equipment service records
• Track repairs in CMMS System
• Communicates across various levels of the organization to achieve departmental goals
• Communicate to outside OEM, part suppliers and repair contractors
• Collaborates and coordinates with the manufacturing team.
• Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and drawings to determine work procedures.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Mobile Equipment, Diesel/Engine Repair, Hydraulic Repair Certifications or equivalent
• Preference given for experience with Fork Truck Repair or Engine Repair
• Safety - PPE, Medical Access, Fire Extinguisher, Hazard Communication, Emergency Evacuation, tow motor operator training, Crane PM training
• Flexible work schedule to address downtime and ability to work overtime as needed
• Clearly and effectively use verbal communication skills
• Strong Mathematical skills
• Strong Measurement skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical, and industrial environment
• Time management through performing multiple operations simultaneously
• Ability to follow work instructions and desire to learn

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Handling and Moving Objects- Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning and moving materials.
• Controlling Machines and Processes- Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes.
• Inspecting Equipment or Material to identify the cause of problems or defects
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Close and distance vision necessary as well as depth perception.
• Performing General Physical Activities- Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling materials.
• Position may require individual to travel occasionally as needed
• Manual Dexterity- The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate or assemble objects.
• Ability to sit, stoop, stand, and walk
• Close and distance vision necessary as well as depth perception and ability to see colors.
• Use fingers and hands to manipulate objects, controls, and tools.
• Although hearing is not necessarily required, individual must be able to communicate with co-workers and customers.
• Indoor and outdoor climate conditions during all seasons and in varying temperatures.

Job Type: Full Time. Hourly, non-exempt.

This job description is in no way intended to state or imply that these duties, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, abilities, work environment, and physical demands (hereinafter referred to as "duties") are the only duties to be performed and some duties may be reassigned, and other duties may be assigned as required at the sole discretion of Elyria Foundry|Hodge Foundry.

Elyria Foundry|Hodge Foundry provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.