Mechanic/ Electrical Technician

Electrician / Mechanic is responsible for maintaining electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems in the buildings.  This employee will also install, repair, and maintain machines and mechanical components.   Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Builds and assembles machines and mechanical components according to requirements. 2. Installs electrical wiring, conduits to house electrical wires and cables to code. 3. Performs routine maintenance on machines to ensure they operate properly. 4. Runs diagnostic testing to discover functionality issues. 5. Inspects and troubleshoots problems with existing electrical systems. 6. Installs replacement parts on existing electrical/mechanical units. 7. Assist in maintaining inventory of replacement parts and ordering replacements. Competencies 1. Mechanical Skills 2. Electrical / Technical Skills 3. Effective Communication 4. Creative Thinking 5. Problem Solving Skills 6. Attention to Detail Supervisory Responsibility This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment This job operates in a manufacturing environment and routinely uses highly specialized equipment. The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, and electrical current. The employee is subject to hazards which include a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, working on scaffolds and high places, requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection and non-skid shoes. The employee is subject to outside environmental conditions with extreme cold or heat, depending on the time of year.   Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the candidate must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination to work on electrical and mechanical equipment; have vision sufficient to perform maintenance; have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, climb and work off of a ladder; use arms and back to tighten and loosen nuts and bolts; work in confined spaces and wear and use appropriate safety equipment. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Thursday, 4pm to 12am and Friday 8am-4pm.  Weekends and overtime may be required as job duties demand. Travel Little to no travel is expected for this position. Required Education and Experience 1. High School Diploma or GED 2. Diploma or Certificate in Electrical or Plant Maintenance Program from a certified state technical college or equivalent. 3. Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring. 4. Ability to use power and hand tools, diagnostic equipment, test meters, welders, oxygen/acetylene torch and plasma cutter. AAP/EEO Statement TenCate Protective Fabrics provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability,  genetic information,  service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and demotion.  Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.