Maintenance Mechanic

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI. This is a 2nd Shift position. Are you looking for a new career and new challenges? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers both paid training and room to grow? What We Offer Paid Training Medical, Dental, Vision 401K plan with up to 6% employer match Paid Vacation and Holidays Shift Premium Health and Wellness Programs Commuter/Van Services/Ripta Tuition Reimbursement Programs Safety Boot Reimbursement Program Growth Opportunities The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various types of specialized mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems/ components. The technician reports directly to the maintenance operations supervisor and must possess the ability to maintain relationships with production and vendors. Looking for well-trained technicians experienced with PLC and electrical troubleshooting and the capability to address day-to- day issues. Develops and evaluates new technologies or methods (mechanics, hydraulics, algorithms, software, etc.) The ability to work with others and independently in a fast paced environment is crucial. Willingness to further one’s knowledge base and skill-set in a growing company with specialized equipment is necessary. Having the ability to follow procedural compliance and engineered procedures is a must. Required Qualifications HS Diploma or GED OR 2 or more years of related technical experience 2+ years of facilities/machine maintenance experience Employee may be required to work overtime and/or stay into a later shift to return equipment to service Must be available to work all shifts A basic understanding of electrical systems to include 600 volt and below including various control voltage Working from ladders and lifts while wearing fall protection Experience using various types of diagnostic tools and meters to include volt meters, amp meters, resistive measuring devices meggers, data loggers, micrometers, calipers, test gauges, and temperature measuring devices Ability to work at heights, confined spaces and extreme temperature conditions as required Individuals are required to possess their own basic hand tools Preferred Specific trade licensing e.g. Electrical, HVAC/refrigeration Vocational, Technical and Community Colleges or Apprentice programs Past mechanical/electrical or hydraulic trade school or apprenticeship Past Robotic equipment repair experience Military/Navy experience Skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key to this role. Ability to work in a collaborative and team environment and meet organizational goals. The ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics Previous experience with PLC’s to include effectively diagnosing analog and digital field components, along with input/output devices. Knowledge of hydraulic system component diagnostics, repair and failure analysis of valves, stacks, pistons, and rams in excess of 5000 PSI operating pressure Physical Qualifications Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting Environmental Attributes Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet #J-18808-Ljbffr General Dynamics Electric Boat