Howmet Aerospace , is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications. Summary: Howmet Structure Systems has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician located at our Martinsville facility. This position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance operation and preventative maintenance of manufacturing equipment within the plant. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician. • Work is performed throughout a heavy industrial facility. Potential hazards include high heat applications, proximity of moving machinery, noise, heavy lifting, working at heights, in pits and in confined spaces. Understand and perform lockout/tag out, fall protection, confined space, and other safety related procedures. • Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic circuits • Installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of tapered, cylindrical, spherical roller and sleeve bearings. • Repair and troubleshooting of reducers and gearboxes. • Possess the following skills at the professional level: welding, machining, mechanical/millwright, MIG and TIG weld, Pneumatic and Hydraulic repair, machining skills and basic electrical circuit knowledge including fuse replacement, small motor replacement. • Practice/understand rigging fundamentals to change out large components. • Conduct all preventive, predictive and general maintenance on machine tools and equipment, including pneumatic and hydraulic systems and verify functionality before returning to production. • Review blueprints and manufacturing manuals to determine the preventative maintenance schedules and required maintenance. As well as develop, utilize, and train others on job specific preventative and predictive maintenance programs. Provide support and offer guidance to cross-functional team members • Adhere to all standard operating procedures and ensure compliance with all safety and quality processes. • Strong learning aptitude required, ability to learn quickly and work in a team-oriented environment • Completes required daily paperwork and make computer entries. • Take ownership of equipment and areas including all housekeeping activities. • Work on tasks outside of the job description as directed by Management for training, emergency relief purposes, production needs or continuous improvements. • High School Equivalent or GED and three years of relevant maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment or a relevant two-year technical degree with one year of related experience. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and blueprints. • Strong professional experience and understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics. • Experience and skills with bearing maintenance and replacement. • Experience and skills in lubrication practices and principles. • Experience with power transmission systems (gearboxes, couplings, chain drive). • Must have basic computer skills to create work orders, complete work orders, plan work, identify parts, and locate spare parts using a computerized maintenance management system after training. • Must have strong math skills including reading fractions and decimals. • Must have strong troubleshooting skills. • Qualified candidates must be able to pass a background test, physical and drug screen. • Physical Demands: The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Work Environment: The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in wet and/or humid conditions with fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is loud and the employee will be required to wear hearing protection. Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Equal Opportunity Employer: Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com
See More Details >>The Field Service Technician provides onsite repair services to customers. Duties and Responsibilities • Installing, repairing equipment and training customer personnel on how to maintain machines. • Satisfy and complete all aspects of service call, all business reporting including timesheets, repair orders, machine checklists, receiving records, expense reports, and repair order logs. • Daily and responsive communication with Dispatch Call Center to receive jobs and relay job status upon completion of each service call • Responsive Interaction with customers providing highest level of service • Recognizing and securing additional revenue opportunities • Daily completion and submission of paperwork (i.e.: work orders, timesheets) • Prepare parts replenishment paperwork and submit daily to Parts Coordinator • Responsible for safety of van and assurance that all safety items required are on the van • Responsible for assuring that regular vehicle maintenance checks are performed • Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Education • High school diploma or equivalent Experience • 2+ years performing repair and maintenance work on machines such as military vehicles, tanks, heavy equipment and automobiles including diesel engines • Experience performing advanced troubleshooting of commercial machines • Machine knowledge course and demonstrated on the job skill. • Strong electro-mechanical skills with previous service experience • Small engines competency • Basic electrical knowledge. • Knowledge of AC and DC Circuits is a plus Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Night shift • Weekends as needed Work Location: On the road
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