General Maintenance Worker

DAWSON is a Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) small business that brings the Spirit of Aloha to our employees. As part of the DAWSON "'Ohana", you will be provided a best-in-class benefits program that strives to ensure our great people have peace of mind when it comes to health and wellness. For more information about DAWSON and our benefits programs, please visit

SUMMARY

Without supervision, performs highly skilled level of preventative maintenance duties, fabrication and major repairs of facilities, equipment and systems; performs any of the lower mechanical level functions, and provides training and guidance to lower level employees. Establish and set schedules for specialized equipment maintenance:

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions : This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

* Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and state, federal and local laws.

* Performs preventative maintenance on all minor and major pieces of equipment related to facilities in accordance with the Manufacturer O&M requirements.

* Troubleshoots and repairs facilities, equipment and/or systems including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic circuits. (Motors, pumps, compressors, boilers, chillers and water system).

* Performs building (plumbing and carpentry) and equipment repairs using hand tools, power tools and multiple electrical circuit troubleshooting with a volt-ohm meter.

* Assembles components from supplied instructions or drawings and designs or fabricates simple components, assemblies or machine modifications.

* Performs maintenance of equipment including lubrication utilizing oil or grease pumps/guns, disassemble, overhaul and reassemble complex components and replacement of defective electrical components or mechanical parts with supplied original manufacturer parts.

* Sources and picks-up ordered parts or supplies and restocks parts or supplies.

* Complies with all equipment, safety, and OSHA rules and regulations.

* Complies with all Company policies and procedures.

* Assists in training and coaching other mechanics.

* Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills :

Knowledge of :

* SOP for equipment operations and maintenance including safety rules and regulations.

* 8 years of technical and trade experience on 3 of the following systems: HVAC, Fire protection, electrical, plumbing, roofing, structural and pneumatic systems.

* Building trades including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, Fire protection, lighting, carpentry and painting.

* highly technical skills in troubleshooting problems with facilities and equipment.

* Able to read blueprints and develop "As Built" drawings for all components of facility maintenance.

* Mathematical computations and applications skills.

Skills in:

* Complying with all Company policies and procedures, including Company safety rules and regulations, recognizing hazards and taking appropriate corrective action.

* Analyzing and troubleshooting problems with equipment, identifying solutions, recommending and implementing methods, procedures, and/or techniques for resolution.

* Performing preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment and operating systems.

* Performing repair techniques including, but not limited to, cutting, drilling, gluing, caulking, fastening of plastic, wood and steel; performs brazing, soldering and welding.

* Designing and fabricating components, assemblies or machine modifications.

* Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.

* Understanding and following written and oral instructions.

* Training and coaching other mechanics.

* Reading, writing and speaking English, and communicating clearly and concisely.

* Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with individuals contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by hands-on or vocational school training, and a minimum of five (8) years of experience as a general maintenance mechanic in a manufacturing environment; or two (5) or more years of satisfactory work experience as a Mechanic III, General Maintenance, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, and a valid Driver's License and acceptable driving history.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions : Incumbents in this class are subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, pushing and pulling, stooping and crouching climbing and walking, vision to monitor, occasional lifting of equipment or materials weighing up to 75 pounds. Incumbents may be exposed to toxic materials, toxic gases, electrical hazards, and dangerous tools and equipment. Work is performed in a manufacturing environment.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA FEDERAL CONTRACTOR

DAWSON gives preference to Internal Candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.