Mechanic I

Description

Mechanic I is responsible for the service, maintenance, and repair of the area’s equipment, including compressors and motors. At times this can be a very physically demanding position. This position will work around and on rotating equipment and facilities with high pressure. 

Responsibilities

• Independently diagnose engine/compressor failures accurately and efficiently.
• Complete accurate and timely rebuilds/overhauls of compressors, engines and controls on gas compressor packages in the field in adverse conditions without supervision.
• Responsible for accurately completing basic engine tuning functions to adjust engine performance and emissions on multiple major OEM’s. (CAT/Waukesha)
• perform mechanical inspection using micrometers, pressure gauges, electronic diagnostic equipment, and other specialty tools with little to no guidance.
• independently assist installation of new units including commissioning and start-up inspections without supervision accurately.
• Responsible for submitting accurate field service reports, expense reports, timesheets, and other necessary paperwork daily.
• Responsible for performance of the job activities in a manner consistent with the project goals and objectives.
• All duties and responsibilities could include travel at short notice including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must recognize and comply with Health, Safety and Environmental rules and policies that are applicable to each location.
• Other Duties assigned by supervisor.
• Always represents the company in a professional manner.
• Performs all duties required for which the employee is qualified and trained.

Requirements

• Must have applicable experience
• Experience with 3500/3600 CAT Ariel packages
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and some vocational/technical related experience preferred
• Possess knowledge and ability to diagnose engine/compressor failures accurately and efficiently with limited guidance.
• Possess knowledge and ability to respond and repair recurring problems and emergency services as needed independently.
• Must be able to be on a call-out rotation and effectively make emergency repairs.
• Goal driven/forward thinking
• Competency with Microsoft Office programs

Physical Demands and Exposures

• Work is regularly performed in outside weather conditions, including rain and extreme cold and heat, near moving mechanical parts; exposure to high wind, ice, snow, wet and/or humid conditions, vibration, and dust is expected. 
• Exposure to noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection