Mechanical Technician

City: Topeka

State: Kansas

Post date: October 24, 2023

Schedule: Full-Time

Company Name: Peraton

Job Description

Peraton is seeking a Technician I – Mechanical who will support the United States Postal Service (USPS) Central Repair Facility (CRF) in Topeka, KS.  The CRF is a depot repair facility for USPS mail processing, delivery, and bulk mail systems repairable parts. Examples: repairing printed circuit boards, electrical, electronic, mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies to component level.  The CRF provides depot level maintenance for essential automation, mechanization, retail and bulk mail processing systems used in all mail processing and retail installations. 

 

 

 

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: 

  • High school graduate or equivalent 
  • United States Postal Service Sensitive security clearance required to start  
  • Formal mechanical training from an accredited program or equivalent military training, or a minimum of two years verifiable work history experience in mechanical and/or electromechanical repairs may be used in lieu of education 
  • Must have a strong mechanical aptitude with the knowledge and ability to perform repairs on simple to medium complexity electromechanical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic items 
  • Ability to perform basic troubleshooting techniques 
  • Must be able to read both electrical and mechanical wiring diagrams, schematics and blueprints 
  • Understand the fundamentals of AC and DC motor theory, single and three phase motors 

Physical Requirements:

  • Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects 
  • Physical activity may include climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and repetitive motion 
  • Required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines, where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature 
  • Subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with quality control processes 

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • Our Mechanical Technician applies working technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks in the repair of various types of mechanical, electromechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment 
  • Tests, analyzes, and overhauls electromechanical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment using manufacturer’s manuals or similar documentation, detailed drawings, cut away and exploded view drawings, electrical diagrams, and testing equipment 
  • Verifies dimensions using precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.   
  • Remove, replace, and reinstall electrical and mechanical assemblies and hardware in the repair and overhaul of equipment using hand tools, power tools, hoists, precision-measuring and test equipment 
  • Tests items per requirements for circuit continuity and operational reliability using multimeters, voltmeters, function generators, megohmmeters and oscilloscopes.  Analyzes test results, makes repairs or adjustments accordingly 
  • Receives technical guidance as required from supervisor or higher level technicians.  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned 

Salary/Pay

$20.98

Closing Date

May 31, 2024