Mechanical Technician - Global Service Center

Overview:

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Technician to join our Global Service Center team at our Torrington, CT

Responsibilities:

Performs disassembly, repair, overhaul, and refurbishment of fuel cell power generating equipment and associated system components while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Performs mechanical and electrical testing and analysis of power generating equipment using proper tools for maintenance, testing, and calibration of repaired products.

Performs diagnostics on mechanical hardware and software using established procedures.

Prepares and maintains documentation such as inventory of parts, cost reduction efforts, equipment maintenance, and other records.

Communicates effectively both internally and externally as authorized regarding technical issues and product repairs.

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Education: A.S. degree or trade school certificate in electronics, engineering, manufacturing technology, or a related area is preferred; a high school diploma and 5 years of applicable experience may be substituted.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years working with industrial equipment (large power generating equipment a plus).

Must be willing to travel in the future up to 50% of the time, domestically and internationally, including Asia. May be required to travel for six consecutive weeks at a time, 3 times a year.

Ideal candidate must have:

A commitment to working safely and a desire to produce quality work.

Basic mechanical skills and experience with most hand tools, portable power tools and test equipment (multi-meter / thermocouple reader).

Experience with material handling equipment is a plus.

Be able to read engineering blueprints and follow written and verbal work instructions.

Possess good verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills to work in a team environment.

Computer skills, including the use of MS-Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Be a self-starter and an ambitious person who can work with minimal direct supervision.

Welding, fabrication and Fork Truck experience and/or license a plus.

Electrical or instrumentation background a plus.

QC or measurement experience a plus.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Ability to remain on feet and move from area to area within the Plant on concrete floor for 8-10 hours per day without assistance.

Lifting, pushing, pulling and placement of manufactured parts on a repeated basis that have a weight of at least 25 lbs. and up to 50 lbs with assisted lifting devices.

Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks with a full range of motion with both hands/arms. Motions include circular, up and down, back and forth, side-to-side, and overhead.

Must be able to routinely climb a ladder to a height of 15 feet above the ground and on a non-routine basis work in a man lift up to 20 feet above the ground with proper fall protection equipment.

Must be physically fit to qualify for and able to wear a respirator throughout the course of employment.

Be able and willing to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated such as safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respirators, and other PPE as required.

Must be willing to work periods of rotating shifts, typically 10 hours in duration, during critical work cycles. Expected 2 3 weeks in duration and 2 3 times in frequency per year.

Be willing to travel up to 50% of the time, domestically and internationally, including Asia. May be required to travel for six consecutive weeks at a time, 3 times a year.

Currently have an unexpired US Passport or be able to successfully obtain and maintain a US Passport immediately upon hire.

Nearest Major Market: Torrington