Industrial Equipment Mechanic

Job Summary

• Installs, maintains, and repairs a wide variety of equipment and machinery such as pumps, electric motors, conveyors, fans/blowers, gear boxes, precision bearings, etc.
• Uses precision measuring, alignment, metering, and set-up tools to install, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings, or schematics to determine proper methods and work procedures.
• Identifies and replaces worn or broken parts. May use hand tools or machine tools to rebuild/repair re-usable parts.
• Performs planned and preventive maintenance on various types of equipment, such as changing belts and filters, lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, motors, or pumps, cleaning air handling units, checking fan/blower velocity, and/or performing various visual inspections.
• May perform water treatments; treats closed-loop water systems, cooling towers, chilled water, and heating systems by collecting and testing water samples; adds appropriate chemicals to maintain correct levels and balances.
• Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
• Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drive university vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.
• Sets up and operates various types of rigging such as hoists, cables/chains, cranes, pulleys, etc., to move, locate, and/or relocate equipment.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years of verifiable journey level experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Certificate in relevant Department of Labor (DOL) apprenticed trade.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems.
• Knowledge of and ability to use materials, methods/principles and tools specific to the needs of the Millwright trade.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and drawings.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write in English and possess good math skills.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others.
• May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.