Technician 1 - Mechanical Job at Peraton, Topeka, KS

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  • Peraton
  • Topeka, KS

Job Description

Program Overview

Electro-mechanical repair and overhaul of mail processing, delivery and bulk processing equipment, including repairing printed circuit boards, electrical, electronic, mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies to a component level. These services ensure the continued essential automation, mechanization of retail and bulk processing equipment used in mail processing and retail installations across the entire country.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a Mechanical Technician I to join our team of diverse, qualified individuals.  The Mechanical Technician works at 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.

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 . Specific tasks include:

  • 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

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Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship required (Must have resided in the U.S. for the past five years with no more than six months travel outside the U.S. during this timeframe).
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with quality control processes

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
  • R equired 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
  • S ubject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, movi ng vehicles, electrical current

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

21.50

Details

Target Salary Range: SCA / Union / Intern

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Tags

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