With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the spanet leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine spanet. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.
PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.
In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Tech performs a wide variety of tasks involved in the plant’s machine and facility maintenance. This person will coordinate outside contractors for some tasks, but will be capable of performing the vast majority of the maintenance and repair.
This is a first shift / hourly / non-exempt position reporting to the Operations Supervisor. Standard plant operations are Monday-through-Thursday 10-hour work days.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Perform diversified duties to install, repair, maintain and service plant mechanical equipment. Coordinate with Electricians to accomplish various projects.
- Install level and align plant machinery; connect mechanical piping controls and gauges; perform necessary plumbing. Perform a variety of welding, brazing, cutting and soldering operations.
- Accomplish structural concrete and form work; perform masonry as related to ovens, chimney, wall, etc. Make roof repairs; install new roofing. Make motor vehicle repairs.
- Perform ordinary carpentry work. Be competent in general sheet metal work; perform complex duct system erections; perform insulation work on ducts and pipes.
- Have a working knowledge of all plant equipment including pumps, burners, fans, bearings, bushings, gear boxes, air cylinders, dust collectors, vacuum pumps, compressors, waterblast equipment, and pneumatic controls.
- Have a working knowledge of refrigeration, machinery controls and air conditioners.
- Be able to install, maintain and repair ordinary lighting, power circuits and simple control systems. Assist Electricians in more complex electrical projects.
- Operate ordinary machine tools; use common precision measuring equipment. Perform all phases of maintenance using a good general knowledge of various crafts and trades. Be available and willing to perform off-hours and overtime work.
- Follow prescribed safety regulations; understand and be able to carry out National Electric Code, OSHA regulations and insurance recommendations. Maintain work areas and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
- Act as Hazmat Responder.
- Must participate in required training, medical monitoring, safety, and health evaluations and programs.
- Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in all designated areas of facility.
- *Perform all physical functions of position; standing, stooping, bending, sitting, walking, twisting, kneeling, turning and lifting of materials up to 35 lbs.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Use simple arithmetic including decimals and fractions.
- Simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules or similar information.
- Use precision measuring instruments, test equipment or other devices where interpretation is required.
- Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
- Required to twist, turn, kneel, stoop, bend, and use hands to handle or feel.
- Capable of lifting/moving 35 pounds
Experience and Education:
- U.S. Person status required
- GED or High School diploma preferred but not required
- Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Location Profile:
Located in Port Saint Lucie, Florida, Atlantic Precision Inc (API) is a premier Aerospace Machining & Build facility with a talented work force using the latest 3D printing metal and additive manufacturing technologies in its 50,000 square-foot facility. With decades of experience, API is trusted by OEMs in commercial aviation, military aviation, power generation and the marine industry to produce quality parts for both prototypes and production requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
