Mechanic,Trades / Skilled Labor Job Somerville area,New Jersey USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Mechanical:

As requested and as the result of inspection tours, checks machines and equipment to see if they are operating efficiently
When machines or equipment are not functioning properly, diagnoses the cause by observation, sound or other methods based on mechanical knowledge and determines what repairs or adjustments are needed
Adjusts or changes settings of semi-complex and complex machines or assemblies involving simple or intricate adjustments
As needed, repairs machines by replacing such parts as gears, discs, cams, belts, chains, studs, guides, shafts, bushings, etc.
Makes test run and final adjustments
Partially or completely dismantles equipment to make repairs and/or adjustments and reassembles equipment

Pipe fitting:

Lies out and installs piping with valves, tees, nipples, drains, etc.
Measures, cuts and threads pipe as needed
Measures, cuts, bends and sweat couples copper tubing
Connects pneumatic control instruments and adjusts control valves
Packs valves, replaces gaskets, floats, washers, etc.
Diagnoses cause of trouble and make necessary repairs, adjustments, or replacements to pipelines, valves, sprinkler heads, toilets, fountains, fluid or gas lines, etc.
Estimates other than stock items needed and orders same through supervisors.

Lubricating:

Lubricates the moving parts and wearing surfaces of all assigned machines, mechanical equipment, motors, etc., and regulates the quantity to be used. Removes excess grease and foreign matter
Uses specified lubricants
Follows scheduled and deviates from same when necessary
Notes any obvious equipment defects and notifies supervisor of same

Utility Maintenance:

Lies out and performs general masonry work, such as, building forms and the mixing and pouring of concrete for pedestals, footings, etc.
Digs trenches and lay tile pipe, etc.
Perform miscellaneous grounds maintenance work
Makes minor floor and roof repairs

Carpentry:

Makes and/or repairs benches, platforms, closets, partitions, shelves, bins, racks, etc.
Adjusts doors, and replaces locks and hinges

Welding:

Regulates the flow of gas to control flame or current for proper temperature.
Performs routine welding duties involving broken or cracked parts or in the erecting and welding of small stands, etc.

Skills:

Know how to check, adjust, clean, and lubricate assigned equipment
Know how to tend and operate boilers and make water tests
Know how to diagnose cause of trouble in all equipment, dismantle and repair same
Knowledge of plant layout
Know how to make plumbing and pipe fitting repairs and modification

Physical and Working Conditions Required:

Will be required to stand, walk, bend, climb, lift, and carry
Will be required to work indoors and outdoors
Must have good sight, touch, and hearing
Must have good manual dexterity
Must know how to operate hand and power tools common to the trade
Must be able to work under natural and artificial light

Education:

High School Graduate

This description because of the nature and importance of the position may not be all inclusive. Responsibilities may change as business conditions change.


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