Maintenance Mechanic - ThompsonFirstGroup

Thompson First Group is currently seeking a qualified Maintenance Mechanic for a local client in Havre de Grace, MD. Candidates who have a background completing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs in an industrial setting are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reads and interprets diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Personally, locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, using precision measuring, and testing instruments.
• Performs basic electrical duties (replace motors, switches, photo eyes, sensors, etc.).
• Performs basic troubleshooting inside electrical panels (trained in arc flash).
• Visually inspects equipment, identifies defects, and repairs defects.
• Can set up and safely operate drill press, grinder, mill, lathe, and other shop tools.
• Supports teams in daily operations, changeovers, start-ups, troubleshooting, completing work orders (MAFs), and eliminating defects.
• Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs production & utilities equipment
• Performs welding repairs and fabrication on parts using various processes and shop equipment.
• Dissembles, repairs, or rebuilds machine components such as gearboxes, bearings, seals, sprockets, motors, and various pumps used in the production processes.
• Performs start up, shutdown, blowdown, troubleshooting, general maintenance, chemical checks on boilers, compressors, and refrigeration systems.
• Cross trains and serves as a back-up for other maintenance and operations technicians.
• Assists with parts inventory, ordering, organizing, and stocking.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with repair and maintenance of industrial equipment
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule, and as needed to support the business
• Previous food or beverage processing or manufacturing experience a plus
• Electrical and PLC Controls troubleshooting a plus
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Basic math skills such as measuring materials and equipment settings/adjustments and set up
• Mechanical maintenance skills
• Ability to read drawings and diagrams
• Welding and metal fabrication skills strongly preferred
• Certifications or licenses i.e. welding, refrigeration, PLCs, etc.
• Able to lift objects up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques
• Work in areas requiring exposure to varying temperatures, extreme heat or cold from 0 to 100 degrees, and/or wet, damp, or drafty conditions.

Thompson First Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.