Tool Technician II in Pelham, Alabama at AMECO

AMECO is looking to hire an experienced Tool Technician. As a Tool Technician, you will trouble shoot, repair, and service various types of industrial and contractor’s equipment primarily pneumatic, electric, hydraulic tools, and rigging equipment. We are looking for a self-starter that displays a strong work ethic and a commitment to quality workmanship. Based on our small team environment, dependability is critical, including the ability to work overtime when needed. This is a day shift position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine adjustments, tests, inspections, maintenance, and repairs to equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair small gas engines
• Complete necessary paperwork, including work orders/parts orders
• Maintain an orderly work area
• Plan, organize, and carry out assignments as directed
• Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards
• Adhere to and support AMECO’s Health, Safety & Environmental and Sustainability Policies
• Effectively develop and apply the Core Skills relative to the job
• Meet expectations on attendance and punctuality
• Other duties as assigned

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred, or
• A combination of education and directly related experience equal to three (3) years.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a mechanical aptitude.
• A combination of education and directly related experience equal to three (3) plus years’ experience in repairing tools, equipment, or machinery.
• Preferred experience repairing the following types of equipment: Manual Chain Hoists and Pullers, Pneumatic Tuggers / Winches, Pneumatic Impacts, Power Tools, Electric Threaders, Milling Equipment (Electric and Pneumatic).
• Moderate knowledge of tool craftmanship and repair techniques, including electrical, air tools· Requires a professional and customer service demeanor always be displayed.
• Able to perform physical requirements of the job, including, but not limited to lifting, climbing, being on your feet for extended amounts of time and working in a shop environment are needed.
• Able to obtain an internal forklift license
• As the workload dictates, some overtime (including weekends) will be required.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of multi-tasking, while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Must have a strong attention to detail.
• The selected candidate must provide/furbish own repair tools, bench equipment supplied.

*These are the typical years of experience required for this job. Current AMECO employees may be considered for this position either sooner or later, depending on individual performance, potential, and job availability. This applies to all jobs across all functions.

Certifications, Licenses, Registration: None.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Physical Demands/Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Based on the type of equipment we work on, the job requires physical and labor intensive, i.e. heavy lifting, climbing on equipment and grinding out of position. Individuals will be required to frequently sit/drive stand, walk, lift/carry, reach, stoop, push/pull, handle/grasp/feel, talk, hear, climb step ladder, engage in repetitive motions, and

demonstrate eye/hand/foot coordination. Close vision is required for this job. Employees are required to regularly lift, carry and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Position frequently demands light to heavy physical work. All positions require standing over 90% of the day.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• This position is based in a repair shop setting.
• Role involves working alone and collaborating as part of a team. Often required to work at a fast pace to meet deadlines, thus some stress may occur.
• Environmental conditions include frequent exposure to heat, temperature changes, noise, and humidity.
• Occasionally the performance of this position will require exposure to production/manufacturing areas, which may result in being near moving mechanical parts or being exposed to fumes or airborne particles. These respective areas will require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hearing protection or hard hats. The noise level in the production/manufacturing areas is usually loud.

Travel Requirements: Travel/Other Requirements: Availability as requested/required for after-hour emergency calls, necessary overtime as the workload dictates to include weekends.