Journeyperson Mechanic (machinist specialty)

Summary

Under general supervision, performs all types of mechanical, civil, and structural construction, maintenance and repair work on project features, including reservoir, concrete dams, powerhouse, appurtenant structures and buildings, with marine equipment and all fixed or movable machinery and other equipment. The work will require one or more skills such as mechanic, machinist, welder, ironworker, blacksmith, millwright, carpenter, crane operator, rigger, plumber, pipefitter, sheet metal worker, mason, painter and auto mechanic.

Specific functions include but are not limited to:

Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers

Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.

Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations

Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.

Set up and operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, and cutting equipment

Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs all types of mechanical, civil, and structural construction, maintenance and repair work on project features, including reservoir, concrete dams, powerhouse, appurtenant structures and buildings, with marine equipment and all fixed or movable machinery and other equipment. The work will require one or more skills such as mechanic, machinist, welder, ironworker, blacksmith, millwright, carpenter, crane operator, rigger, plumber, pipefitter, sheet metal worker, mason, painter and auto mechanic.

Specific functions include but are not limited to:

Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers

Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders.

Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations

Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.

Set up and operate metalworking, brazing, heat-treating, welding, and cutting equipment

Clean and lubricate machines, tools, and equipment in order to remove grease, rust, stains, and foreign matter.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have completed a formal apprenticeship in the machinist discipline. The successful candidate must have 4 years working at the journeyperson level in the machinist discipline.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Must have completed a formal apprenticeship in the machinist discipline. The successful candidate must have 4 years working at the journeyperson level in the machinist discipline.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform mechanical maintenance within a hydroelectric power plant.