Mechanic / Machinist Job in Atlanta 30346, Georgia US

POSITION SUMMARY:


The mechanic/machinist is a hands-on position reporting to the mechanical maintenance department. Position will assist in the day-to-day operations of the plant. Will install, repair, machine and maintain all types of mechanical and HVAC equipment throughout the facility.


JOB DUTIES:

·         Troubleshoots and repairs production equipment.

·         Perform routine PM’s as assigned in a timely manner.

·         Responsible for work area and promptly respond to all trouble calls.

·         Report on all work done and parts used.

·         May be required to assist other departments or any other part of building as required.

·         Studies blueprints, sketches, machine parts or specifications to determine type and dimensions of metal stock required.

·         Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on metal stock surfaces, using such measuring and marking devices as calibrated ruler, micrometer, caliper, and scriber.

·         Dismantles machine or equipment, using hand tools or power tools, to examine parts for defect or to remove defective part.

·         Replaces defective part with new part or repairs or reproduces part from various kinds of metal stock, using hand tools, such as scraper, file, and drill, and machine tools, such as lathe, milling machine, shaper, borer, and grinder.

·         Assembles and test operates machine to verify correction of malfunction.

·         Maintains and lubricates machine tools and equipment.

·         May weld parts, using arc or gas welding equipment.

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

 

·         High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

·         Journeyman mechanic with 4 years’ experience.

·         Basic mechanical knowledge including welding, machining and pipe fitting. HVAC experience a plus.

·         Working knowledge of MS Office.

·         Good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to take initiative, ability to work in a fast paced, diverse team environment, ability to take and follow instructions, but also trouble shoot equipment and make repairs unsupervised, and to work overtime, and holidays as required.

·         Run Lathe, Milling Machine, and Surface Grinder to make parts as required.

 

CLOSING STATEMENT:

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution offers the right candidate an excellent compensation package and the opportunity to grow with one of the country's most highly regarded media companies. Qualified candidates please reference position being applied for in subject line, and forward resume to: salestalent@ajc.com The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Employer.