Employment Type : Full-Time
This position is hiring for 2nd shift. JOB SUMMARY Mechanical Support production by repairing, maintaining and improving all production and service equipment and building utilities. Must develop skills and be willing to train in specialized maintenance areas such as electronics, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatic and mechanical systems. Must be able to set up and operate common machine shop equipment using standard practices; as well as have the ability to set up, measure, and perform precision adjustments and alignments of equipment. Must have proficiency in fabrication and welding using 2 or more types of welding equipment. Must be able to perform machine maintenance independently on all equipment within the plant. Electrical Support production by repairing, maintaining and improving all production and service equipment and building utilities. Must develop skills in specialized maintenance areas such as electronics, welding, machining, hydraulics and pneumatics. Must demonstrate proficiency in and be willing to train others in areas of specialization. Must be able to operate common machine shop equipment. Must be able to weld and fabricate. Must be able to perform machine maintenance independently on all equipment within the plant. Must be able to improve reliability or functionality of equipment by retrofitting new components on existing equipment including planning stage. Must be able to perform maintenance on equipment with missing or inadequate documentation. Will have trade knowledge in electronics and maintenance field. The employee must consistently demonstrate, on a daily basis, that their performance is exemplary and meets the standards of the department. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES TOOLS AND MACHINERY: Full range of machine shop equipment and maintenance tools and equipment. Some test equipment, such as multi meters and others. MATERIAL: Oils, solvents, paints and thinners. Nuts, bolts, screws, manufacturer-supplied parts, sheet, plate, bar, round and other stock. GENERAL: Work under general supervision with little direction from others. Dismantle or repair equipment as required, using parts, manufacturer’s specifications and occasional instructions from other personnel. Will be responsible for maintaining all plant utilities and for ensuring that they are in good working order. Will fabricate and weld with proficiency as required. Work at heights that vary from below ground level to approximately 70 feet and occasionally required to work on various projects on the roof of the building. Working conditions vary from wet, oily and dirty to relatively clean. Occasional outdoor work required in extreme heat and cold. Nature of work dictates that weight range will run the entire spectrum of weights allowable for lifting by hand. In cases when weights are beyond those that are normally lifted, mechanical aids will be provided. The job requires medium to heavy work with possible difficult work positions. The above description covers the principle functions of the job. It is not intended to be a complete listing of all the miscellaneous incidental or substantially similar duties, which may be assigned during normal or emergency operations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required Education / Experience Technical Diploma, break down of year of experience below. May consider High School Diploma or equivalent with years of service. Mechanical Position requires 3 - 5 years of related industrial maintenance experience with Technical Diploma in Industrial Maintenance or 5 or more years of related industrial maintenance experience with some formal technical education. Electrical Position requires 1 – 3 years of industrial electrical experience with Technical Diploma in Electronics or Electro Mechanical Technology; or 4 year Electrical Apprenticeship with 0 –2 years of industrial electrical experience; or 5 or more years of industrial electrical experience with some formal technical education. Demonstrated proficiency working with Microsoft Windows based computers, PLC’s and variable frequency drives About SPX At SPX Transformer Solutions, we are committed to hiring the best and most talented people and providing them with the tools and opportunities necessary for them to not only excel at what they do every day, but also fuel their workplace passions and transform their careers. Mentoring, training and development activities by industry experts abound, while the nature of the business encourages cross-functional and interdepartmental learning, communication and teamwork that lead to continuous improvement in all areas. Desired competencies include self-motivation, creative problem-solving, compulsion to make a difference and the ability to work well with others in a challenging, fast-paced environment. SPX Transformer Solutions, Inc. (formerly Waukesha Electric Systems, Inc.), is one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of power transformers and a valued supplier of complete transformer service solutions, components and replacement parts as well as a variety of substation-applicable training classes for all skill levels including a large number of comprehensive LTC maintenance courses. We employ approximately 1,200 people throughout the United States and operate manufacturing facilities at our headquarters location in Waukesha, WI as well as Goldsboro, NC and Dallas, TX. SPX is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Thank you for your interest in our company.