Automated Equipment Mechanic

We are looking for an Automated Equipment Mechanic (AEM) to support the Advanced Materials and Chemicals Division in Rochester, NY.

As an Automated Equipment Mechanic, you will have the following responsibilities:

* AEM skilled trade to provide multi-discipline capability to repair, maintain, install, and make improvements to chemical processing equipment and machinery (includes pneumatics, hydraulics, controls (PLC's), and electrical components)

* Ability to fabricate to exact tolerances using lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other shop equipment

* Some experience or expertise in piping, HVAC equipment and controls

* Ability to achieve a high level of expertise of chemical process equipment for effective troubleshooting and equipment repair

* Execute preventive maintenance program

* Calibrate, alignment and make adjustments with test equipment and production equipment

* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and maintenance software tools

Qualifications include:

* HS diploma

* Formal instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and/or AEM training and demonstrated experience

* Mechanical equipment repair training and/or demonstrated experience: pumps, mechanical seals, agitators, gear boxes, fans (bearings, sheaves), alignment

* Demonstrate effective analytical troubleshooting skills

* Able to read electrical, instrument and machine drawings

* Able to read PLC programs to troubleshoot equipment problems

* Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision

* Excellent safety record - places safety and environment as top priority in all work

* Knowledge of Lock Out / Tag Out

* Understanding of electrical codes for hazardous environments (flammable liquids)

* Good communication skills - daily communications with maintenance planner, technical staff and operations as needed

* Good team player - willing be flexible, work in other areas and with other trades as needed

Minimum Education Level and Experience:

2-year schooling and/or 5 plus years of demonstrated experience

Work Schedule:

* Work schedule will be days initially and during shutdowns

* Rotating Shift: 5-week rotations 4 times per year. Two, 12-hour days followed by two 12-hour nights, then 4 days off. Includes additional shift allowance pay