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About the Role

Calspan's Transonic Wind Tunnel is the only independently owned and operated wind tunnel in the United States. We are looking for an experienced and versatile Machine Mechanic to join our team. This is a great opportunity to be part of an organization with a rich 75-year history that prides itself on its Be Calspan Values. Due to security requirements, US Citizenship is required. This is a 2nd shift position.

Responsibilities

Rig, move, install, repair, and retime a wide variety of machines, pumps, valves, compressors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Clean and lubricate machinery.
Perform basic diagnostic tests to check performance and test damaged parts to determine the level of necessary repairs.
Plan, layout, work from and study complex drawings and/or sketches.
Prepare cement foundations, rig and position machines or equipment.
Modify and set-up equipment for calibration testing.
Analyze failures and implement appropriate remedies efficiently and in the most efficient way possible without compromising safety.
Detect problems and correct them.
Maintain preventative maintenance logs.
Perform a variety of construction and repair work, weld broken parts and fixtures.
Disassemble equipment to repair or replace the necessary parts.
Follow standard safety procedures to prevent injury to self and others.
Responsible for tools, machines, equipment, etc. used while performing work.

Requirements

US Citizenship is required.
High school graduate or equivalent (preferably from a vocational or technical school)
3+ years of trades training or a combination of education and experience equivalent to above.
Use hand and power tools as appropriate and repair small tools.
Use a variety of precision measuring instruments, such as rule, square, micrometer, level, speed indicator, etc.
Knowledge of shop mechanics and operation of machine tools.
Electronic and computer skills.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read blueprints.
All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Skills

Machine repair
Pump repair
Valve repair
Compressor repair
Pneumatic system repair
Hydraulic system repair
Lubrication
Diagnostic testing
Blueprint reading
Welding
Hand tool usage
Power tool usage
Precision measuring instrument usage
Electronic skills
Computer skills

Location

United States

Work Type

2nd shift

Experience Level

3+ years

Education Level

High school graduate or equivalent
Vocational or technical school

Salary/Compensations

USD $22.00/Yr.
USD $30.00/Yr.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
401(k)
Hospital Coverage
Accident Coverage
Life Insurance Policy
Paid-Time Off
Company-paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Duty
Military Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Reimbursement
Pet Insurance

About the Company

Calspan's Transonic Wind Tunnel is the only independently owned and operated wind tunnel in the United States.
Our staff is known for its flexibility and responsiveness to our customers’ needs.
Calspan has a rich 75-year history.
Calspan promotes an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation.
Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned.
The company’s talent brand, “Be Calspan”, incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized.
Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action.
Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously.
Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing.

Equal Opportunity

Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.