Apprentice Shop Technician - ORIGINAIR

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Your Role

Mission – To learn the requisite skills to safely perform the duties of a skilled OriginAIR shop technician which include overhauling and remanufacturing used oil-injected and oil-free air compressors, air dryers, and oil-injected screw elements at the OriginAir (or other assigned) facility.

Roles and Responsibilities

Engage in learning activities as prescribed by supervisor, which may include in person, hands on training; eLearning; external training and vendor supplied training. The ideal candidate will show a passion and a capacity for learning new concepts and mastering their application.

Assist shop technicians in overhauling and remanufacturing oil-injected and oil-free air compressors, air dryers, and oil-injected screw elements. Troubleshoot and perform diagnostics on malfunctioning compressors, determine possible causes for malfunctions, and perform repairs and/or rebuilds as suggested by diagnostics and assessment. Prior to and following repairs and rebuilds, assist with testing and document the proper operating parameters of the compressor.

Display the ability to absorb a higher level of learning including VSDs, refrigeration, industrial networks,etc.

Display the ability to manage time productively and with a sense of urgency. Must have the ability to work and solve problems independently. Promote and practice proper safety procedures and the correct use of personal protective equipment at all times.

Perform other duties as assigned.

To succeed, you will need

Experience – Minimum 6 months of technical experience maintaining and repairing various types of air compressors, dryers, and elements or equivalent experience with similar rotating equipment. Strong mechanical and electrical skills with demonstrated expertise in the maintenance, overhaul, and repair of a wide variety of industrial equipment, including electrical, hydraulics and/or pneumatics. Certification in refrigeration a plus.

Education – High School diploma or equivalent required with technical training in electrical, hydraulics, and/or pneumatics preferred.

Skills – Ability to learn new concepts as they relate to electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems. Passion for completing a job safely and proficiently. Relentless at doing things correctly. Able to work independently with strong self-management and professionalism. Able to complete work within assigned deadlines. Computer proficiency as required for communication, research, work orders and programming various controllers. Excellent customer service and communications skills (oral and written). Occasional travel to customer locations, including out-of-town and overnight travel. Must be fluent in English and have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis, and lift 100 lbs. occasionally, and work in industrial environments including extremes in temperature with continuous walking, reaching, bending, and kneeling.

In return, we offer you

Drive your Career, Explore Opportunities, Realize your Passion . . .

Attractive benefits Include:

• Excellent compensation package, including a flexible benefits plan, and generous 401 (k) retirement plan.
• Health insurance/ Dental insurance/ Vision insurance.
• Competitive paid time off
• Life & Disability insurance

• Salary Range *depending on experience*, Salary based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Salary range: minimum salary of $65,000 and the potential to be higher based on experience.

  
  

City
Charlotte

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