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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled Equipment Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting various types of equipment. This includes diagnosing problems, replacing or repairing parts, testing and making adjustments. You will also be responsible for performing regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and electronic systems. They will be a problem solver who is able to work in a fast-paced environment. They will also have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments.
- Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
- Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
- Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements, using rules, calipers, micrometers, or other measuring instruments.
- Clean, lubricate, or adjust parts, equipment, or machinery.
- Examine parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as equipment technician.
- Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and electronic systems.
- Ability to use various tools and equipment.
- Good understanding of safety regulations.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Technical certification or associate's degree in a related field is a plus.
- Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have as an equipment technician?
- Can you describe a time when you had to solve a difficult problem with a piece of equipment?
- How do you ensure safety when working with equipment?
- What types of equipment are you most familiar with?
- Can you describe a time when you had to work as part of a team to repair a piece of equipment?