Senior Maintenance Mechanic
Piper Aircraft
- Vero Beach, FL
- Permanent
- Full-time
Senior Maintenance Mechanic (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, FacilitiesPOSITION SUMMARY:Performs a wide variety of complex trouble shooting and general maintenance; millwright duties including welding, machining, installing, dismantling, assembling, etc.; maintain complicated plant mechanical and structural equipment to eliminate down time and maintain an uninterrupted flow of production. Works from complicated blueprints, work orders, manufacturer's manuals, schematics, and written /verbal instructions. Installs machinery, equipment, and various systems in industrial establishment; uses the following tools, equipment, and materials: hand tools, ladders, material moving equipment, measuring instruments, hoists, cranes, shears, drills, presses, lubricants, solvents, fasteners, component parts and related tools, equipment, supplies, and materials. Works with little or no directions from supervisor or lead person.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Possess a strong sense of urgency.
- Receive/complete work assignments, pertinent paperwork and enter remarks in EAM system.
- Diagnose diverse service issues, obtain any replacement parts, and be able to fully explain what the issue is and what is needed to correct.
- Aligns, adjusts dimensions and tolerances, trouble shoots mechanical, electrical, and electronic malfunctions, using blueprints, and schematics
- Keep accurate records of time spent working, description of work performed and materials used.
- Establish or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
- Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of the product.
- Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase the efficiency of the shop, department, or work crew.
- Prepare complex prints to indicate new/modified systems.
- Must have a sound understanding of electrical, electronic and mechanical systems and their related components
- Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists and train lesser experienced employees in solving work problems.
- Perform scheduled maintenance.
- Maintain all necessary records, files, and reports.
- Must have willingness to see project from start to finish; and do whatever it takes to get the job done
- Conduct work in a clean, neat, and professional manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- 8-10 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read and follow blueprints and rough drawings
- Effective oral communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to complete projects unsupervised and unassisted
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficiency in basic mathematics and conversion of measurements
- Related trade and safety certifications are a plus
- Individual must be certifiable for a motorized lifts / forklift within the first 90 days of employment.