What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electro-Mechanical Technician position at FactoryFix?
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About Us
Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.
Job Description
Works under general supervision, individually and on a team, performing maintenance activities on Electrical and Mechanical Systems in a cold storage automated facility.
- Primary Proficiency: Electrical and Mechanical systems – For example; various types of conveyors, turntables, palletizers, pallet dispensers, stretch wrapping machines, label printers, trolleys, high bay/low bay cranes, pallet and/or case shuttles, VFD’s, Servo Motors, sensors, etc.
- Secondary Proficiency: Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Robotics, Vision Systems, etc.
- Performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities, troubleshooting, overhauls/rebuilds, and continuous improvement activities
- Maintains accurate record of work performed via CMMS
- Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required
- Performs related work and other job assignments as required
- 3-7 years electro-mechanical systems (mechatronics) maintenance experience in an automated facility or equivalent is required
- Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or equivalent is preferred
- Certifications or formal training in related experiences are preferred
- Experience using Lockout Tagout (LOTO) procedures and devices
- Understands principles of lubrication, power transmission (sprockets, chains, belts, bearings, etc)
- Understands electrical safety including arc flash and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Understands principles of electrical system, tools, techniques and troubleshooting
- Understanding of concepts of how electrical systems and components fail
- Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems
- Proficient working with electrical wiring of equipment, system control panels, and diagrams/schematics
- Understanding of Safety Devices (i.e., light curtains, door locks, safety relays)
- Proficient with sensors and devices (i.e., photoeyes, proximity sensors, limit switches)
- Ability to demonstrate technical skills in an on-the-job training type of environment for other maintenance team members
- Understanding of precision maintenance techniques and associated tools
- Understanding of concepts of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques, tools, and processes
- Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Knowledge of SAP or Oracle is preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team as needed
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret drawings and equipment diagrams
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
- Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
- Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
- Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to use hand and power tools
- Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & tools
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses
- Able to work nights and weekends
- Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What We Offer:
Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.
Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.
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