Maintenance Apprentice - CSM - Power Distribution

Applicants must do the following:

Complete WorkKeys assessments no later than 30 days after applying.  See minimum required scores below. Make your scores "public" to employers. The URL must include the words "test details".  See further instructions provided in link below. Workkeys tests are currently offered at Kilgore College (must register several days in advance) and you can register online at www.kilgore.edu/workkeys 
Minimum WorkKeys scores of:
Applied Mathematics         5
Locating Information          5
Reading for Information     5
Applied Technology (no minimum, but scores are reviewed by hiring managers)

Responsibilities

Control Systems Mechanic job responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Dismantle, repair, make adjustments to, overhaul, erect, install, assemble, fabricate and service power distribution and other general electrical and instrument (E&I) equipment throughout the plant
• Provide the site production facilities with reliable, uninterrupted, and safe electrical energy supply
• Detect faulty equipment by inspection, testing, or general knowledge of the work
• Perform troubleshooting and preventive maintenance work to prevent breakdowns that could curtail production or cause dangerous or unsafe conditions to exist
• Work from blueprints, written specifications, sketches, and oral instructions
• Make repairs using reference material and prior experience without specific instruction
• Utilize testing and measurement equipment
• Observe maintenance procedures and keep all tools and shop equipment in good working condition
• Perform basic root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on equipment and use reporting systems to record information
• May perform specialized skills related to power distribution
• Comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions
• Coordinate eyes, hands, and fingers to handle precise movements
• Coordinate eyes, hands and feet with each other in response to visual prompts
• Input/retrieve data
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company rules and policies
• Be available for overtime or alternate schedules, on-call duties, and work rotating shift as required
• Be available for travel to satellite locations for power distribution work
• Perform other related duties as designated by supervision
• Use all safety equipment/personal protective equipment as designated, including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, face shield, fire retardant coveralls, safety boots, and respirators
• Physical requirements include, but are not limited to, performing work in both shop/indoors and field/outdoors (in all weather conditions), standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, working in cramped or confined spaces as needed, and lifting and moving loads of various weights using any available tools and equipment. 
   

Qualifications

• Complete a 3-year apprenticeship program that includes:
• Classroom (books, hands-on labs, tests) - this portion is done primarily on the apprentice's own time
• On-the-Job Training
• Ongoing satisfactory performance
• Quarterly evaluations/feedback
• Maintaining current status on all procedural and safety training
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must have a valid state motor vehicle driver's license