Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Hagerstown, MD, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to gain skills while earning. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,766 mechanical trade professionals in the area, with wages averaging around $955.63 per week. Trade schools, unions, and specialized programs facilitate the discovery of apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with the potential to earn over $49,721 annually for experienced mechanical trade professionals.
About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world. The Principal Engineer – Mechanical performs high level, engineering analysis, design or re-design, validation and troubleshooting of complex components for heavy duty vehicles. Provide integration and execution support for vehicle and component design. Provide technical mentorship in high level analysis and design of new and modified components and subsystems in accordance with engineering standards and project scope. YOUR IMPACT: • Responsible for completion of a project or part of a project of moderate complexity on time. • May be responsible for overall project schedule and budget. • May be responsible for managing multiple priorities. • Performs more complex engineering calculations, investigations, and tasks as assigned according to Oshkosh as well as general industry engineering standards and processes. • Responsible for preparation and delivery of plans, designs, computation methods, and/or reporting. • Collaborate as needed with other engineering or business support disciplines internally as well as suppliers externally. • May have exposure to the external customers and/or industry organizations. • Provide guidance or mentorship to entry level engineers working on common projects. • Research, create, and update standard engineering methodology and procedures - best practices, etc. • Participate in the budgeting process to include recommending capital improvements and preparing justification data as required. • Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal and external customers, and outside resources concerning technical issues. • Communicate project objectives to team members. • Enforce the proper use of engineering criteria and drawing standards. Ensure that technical issues are conducted within the framework of company policies and procedures. • Evaluate designs for performance, safety, and reliability. • Create and maintain project documentation for analysis, research, and historical records. • Perform engineering analysis to support the selection of parts, components, and materials that meet requirements. • Provide complex technical assistance for production support. • Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering via verbal or written communication. • Provide mentorship to team members to ensure the appropriate engineering analysis is performed and documented. • Prepare technical proposals, quotations, reports, and presentations. • Other duties as assigned. • Regular attendance is required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Accredited Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and five (5) or more years of related experience. STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS: • Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Strong mechanical knowledge of automotive or heavy-vehicle equipment and related systems. • Experience with a high level CAD system. • Experience in structural and/or weldment design. #LI-AG1 Pay Range: $82,000.00 - $132,800.00 The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success. Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected]. Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
See More Details >>IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you! Job Description Responsibilities • Understand and practice while on the site IKO 7 Life Critical Program. • Be willing to make IKO values those of your own: Humility, Integrity, Agility, Long-Term thinking, Performance, Knowledge Sharing • Consistently, completely, and accurately complete preventive maintenance, repair maintenance and training tasks. • Consistently maintain a clean work environment in the maintenance shop and in the production area where working. • Familiarity with metric and standard hand tools and able to safely and properly use to dismantle and reassemble equipment using hand and power tools. • With a tool allowance annually, keep IKO supplied tool chest/cabinet with small hand tools up to 1" or 24mm. Personal tool list to be provided. • Utilize Maximo computerized maintenance management system. Utilize Modula storeroom racking system. • Demonstrate a work history of the use of the problem-solving process to separate the effect of a problem from its cause. • Demonstrate a work history of sharing information to others by showing or explaining, while demonstrating a work history of maintaining confidentiality in relationships with others, when appropriate. • Demonstrate the ability to understand and repair soft foot and the types of coupling misalignments and how to correct. • Identify pipe size, air filter, regulator, and lubricator for pneumatics. • Identify and demonstrate procedure for installing roller chain and sprockets, pulleys, bushings, and different drive belts. Demonstrate proper tension techniques. • Replace a shaft, use puller or necessary tool to remove and replace bearings. • Demonstrate ability to understand the necessity or nonessential need of lubrication of rotating equipment. • Demonstrate procedure for checking/draining/replacing lubricant level of gearbox. • Demonstrate the use of a torque wrench, dial indicator to check run-out, inside, and outside micrometer (vernier scale) measurement. • Demonstrate procedure for safe handling of compressed gas cylinders. • Demonstrate the procedure and operation of oxy/acetylene torch for heating and cutting. • Demonstrate procedure for selecting the proper tip size for acetylene cutting and brazing. • Demonstrate use of drill press, bandsaw, bench grinder, torque wrench and other basic hand and power tools. • Demonstrate the use of tap drill chart, tap holes 95%, 75% and 50% thread contact in carbon and stainless steel. • Demonstrate the knowledge to start/stop/check air compressors and chillers. • Demonstrate the proper procedure for heating and installing straight bore bearings, checking bench clearance and final set of tapered bore angular contact bearings. • Flat weld with 6011 and 304L rod. Mig weld carbon and stainless steel. • Be able to reset plant fire alarm systems and troubleshoot hydrant pressure problems with booster pumps. • Identify and show proficiency in basic rigging equipment. Obtain forklift operators certification as well as articulating and scissors style lift. Basic Qualifications • 3-5 years' experience with Lock-Out-Tag out procedures, and be willing to wear PPE Arc Rated clothing up to 8 cal/cm2 • Be flexible to changing shift times when needed. • 3-5 years' experience in the manufacturing industry (preferably continuous manufacturing) is required. • Able to walk throughout the plant, climb ladders, twist, and bend routinely. • Properly assemble, clean, repair, and reassemble complex mechanical devices. • Ability to measure parts and rough sketch/describe. • Lift and move up to 75 pounds on a routine basis using proper lifting techniques. • Ability to read assembly drawings and P&ID's. • Demonstrate a work history of going beyond job boundaries and a work history of assuring safety for personnel and equipment before equipment is removed from or released into service. • Communication skills. • Knowledge of general plant layout. • Fire protection Systems: know the differences in various fire extinguishers and be able to use them properly. Other Attributes Employees will be given 18 months to master all responsibilities and qualifications listed in this job description, with the exception of: the seven Life Critical Program and IKO core values. Within the first five days and before being allowed to do work, these 2 ideas will be understood and familiar. Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
See More Details >>Mechanical Installer $20-21/hr Main Accountabilities Core purpose: Under general supervision, the Mechanical Installer will be responsible for the installation of various type of equipment per manufacturer's specifications found in transit light and heavy rail vehicles. The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling. The position may require weekend and/or holiday work. This work must be done in accordance to accepted standards of the trade, supervisory direction, Company established procedures, practices, and specifications. Main Tasks & Responsibilities: • Following a pre-established schedule for the installation of equipment on transit vehicles including those associated with propulsion, trucks, pneumatic supply and brake control, air conditioning, fiberglass panels, glass, flooring, doors as required to achieve manufacturer specifications. • Uses precision measuring devices in the course of the work. • Measures and inspects completed work to confirm adherence to specifications. • Record all findings accurately in provided Test Reports, for inclusion into Car History Books that follow each completed vehicle such as torque values, part and serial numbers. • Performs modifications to rail vehicle as directed by engineering and supervisory staff. • Reads and interprets engineering drawings, manuals and work orders. • Documents work performed and parts and materials used; follows specified safety procedures. • May perform welding and burning. • Using and maintaining hand and power tools equipment of the trade. • Maintaining accurate records of work performed and materials used. Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications • 2+ yrs. experience, desired in light rail or transportation environment. • Experience in installation of electrical and mechanic equipment. • Requires a thorough understanding of assembly build practices and procedures. • Must have good mathematical skills. • Knowledge of mechanical torque, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. • Must own and maintain a basic hand tool set. • Experience in precision measuring equipment i.e., caliper, micrometer, pie tape, etc. Must have experience working within and maintaining a safe work environment. • Experience with working in diverse and busy team environments. • Ability to read and understand drawings, strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to prioritize and work well under pressure and against deadlines. • Attention to quality control and customer service. • Ability to work with minimum supervision • Self-motivated and ability to multi-task EDUCATION: • Must have a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent • College/ Technical trade school degree/ certificate preferred. • Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in English. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: • This position works in a warehouse/production environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. • The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require. #M1 Ref: #260-Eng NY Transit
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