Technician

Responsibilities

• Move material to and from workstation by hand, cart, pallet jack, hoist/ crane as required. Maybe required to perform heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds).
• Disassemble (tear-down), clean, according to work instructions, engineering drawings and/or test codes.
• Responsible for processing paperwork pertaining to the disassembly/Assembly and cleaning of pneumatic and hydraulic valves.
• Use of fixtures, press, vice, grinders, wire wheel, pneumatic/hand tools, etc.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management
• Adhere to all safety rules, regulations, practices, procedures, and established company policies.
• Maintain good housekeeping.
• You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
• What about the physical demands of the job?
• Physical Demands 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.
• Requires repeated movements and tasks daily.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, crouch.
• Job requires use of vibrating/impact pneumatic hand tools.
• The employee may be required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.
• Regular full-time. Must be able to work overtime and Saturdays when required.
• Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.
• While performing duties on this job, the employee will be working with dirty, grimy, and rusted parts since most of the customer product received for overhaul mounts under the train.
• The noise level in certain areas of the shop may be usually loud at some times.
• Employee will work near moving mechanical and pneumatic parts/equipment.
• The work will be performed indoors. However, employee is exposed to climate conditions (due to weather) as there is no HVAC within shop area.
• PPE required throughout shop area, at a minimum safety steel toe shoe and eye protection is required within shop area. Within certain areas hearing protection, hand protection, arm protection, respirator, and face shield may be required.
• The hourly rate for this position is 22.50.
• Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable)
• What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
• At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make.

Requirements

• Possesses strong mechanical skills
• Hands on work assembly and disassembly of mechanical parts.
• Some knowledge working with electronics.
• High School Diploma
• Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated experience with mechanical and pneumatic components.
• Ability to work in conformance with engineering specifications, quality procedures, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Ability to understand work procedures, determine tooling and operation sequence, etc. in order to establish the most efficient manner of utilizing materials and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals. Able to communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Able to follow instructions, possess basic comprehension and reading skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a group as a team player.
• Has the ability to learn quickly and apply new skills immediately.
• Positive attitude and high degree of self-discipline and self-motivation are required.
• Over 2 years of manufacturing assembly experience or related experience/training or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment preferred .
• Ability to work safely on all tasks related to the job.
• What will your typical day look like?

Benefits

Additional Information

Who will you be working with? You will be working with a team of overhaul technicians and will report to the repair center supervisor. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Los Angeles repair center, you will disassembly and assembly, cleaning and testing of mechanical components related to pneumatic and hydraulic valves. What do we want to know about you?

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