A Mechanical Technician is a professional who plays a critical role in the field of mechanical engineering by installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical systems and equipment. They are responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and performing preventive and corrective maintenance tasks. In this blog post, we will describe the primary responsibilities and the most in-demand hard and soft skills for Mechanical Technicians.

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Main Responsibilities of a Mechanical Technician

The following list describes the typical responsibilities of a Mechanical Technician:

Adhere to

• Adhere and enforce lab practices and safety protocols.

• Adhere to all lock out tag out procedures.

Adjust

Adjust and calibrate machinery for optimal performance.

Advise

Advise production personnel of proper equipment operation and basic maintenance procedures.

Analyze

Analyze and record test results, and prepare written documentation.

Assemble

• Assemble and attach hardware, such as caps, clamps, knobs, and switches to assemblies.

• Assemble complex mechanical and electrical products using hand tools to achieve precise tolerances.

• Assemble electrical components and sub-components.

• Assemble, install and fabricate equipment as needed (welding will be required).

Assist in

• Assist in all areas of site as directed by manager or lead technician.

• Assist in evaluating the PM program for continuous improvement.

• Assist other maintenance personnel with repairs as needed, especially in particular areas.

• Assist Press Operators to maintain the work flow and work quality on assigned press runs.

• Assist with notifications to Landowners and community engagement events.

• Assist with periodic field reviews of construction.

• Assist with problem-solving activities for 3D printing system issues.

Attend

Attend and actively participate in safety meetings and complete all applicable safety training as.

Build

Build optical-mechanical components and subassemblies from engineering specifications using epoxy.

Change

Change line for package changeovers.

Check off

Check off each job and return the work order to the Manager if all work has been completed.

Clean

Clean driving record and the ability to drive company vehicles.

Collaborate with

• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians for complex repairs or upgrades.

• Collaborate with other departments to resolve custom issues.

• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers for equipment procurement.

Communicate

• Communicate openly, honestly and frequently.

• Communicate with clients or end-users to understand maintenance needs.

• Communicate with other team members and become familiar with Stantec standards.

Complete

• Complete assigned work orders to install new equipment or modify existing ones.

• Complete routine paperwork as required.

Comply

Comply with company policies and procedures.

Conduct

• Conduct performance tests and measurements on mechanical systems.

• Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.

• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks.

• Conduct safety inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Confer

Confer with engineers, technicians, production personnel and others to resolve any problems.

Create

• Create, and documents work completed using C-Works.

• Create reports on machine malfunctions and ensure that they are timely submitted to supervisors.

Develop

• Develop a thorough understanding of all electromechanical control systems in the factory.

• Develop SOPS, STMs and PM schedules for process / production equipment.

Devise

Devise, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for product.

Diagnose

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and equipment failures.

• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and makes more complicated repairs or adjustments as needed.

Direct

Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned line.

Disassemble

Disassemble spindle, review and complete repairs, reassemble and test the completed spindle.

Ensure

• Ensure all machinery, equipment, are maintained and functioning properly.

• Ensure completeness of spare parts inventory for the process operations of the facility.

• Ensure compliance with the CNESST legislation and follow up according to regulatory constraints.

• Ensure equipment is running at the correct run rates.

• Ensure mechanical operations, standards and controls are maintained at high quality.

• Ensure proper disposal of waste and hazardous materials.

• Ensure routine maintenance, based on maintenance instructions, plans and programs.

• Ensure the maintenance of a clean and safe working environment.

• Ensure waste is properly labeled in compliance with local regulations.

Evaluate

• Evaluate and improve electromechanical system deficiencies.

• Evaluate returned material for failure and root cause.

Execute

Execute industrial mechanics works.

Fabricate

Fabricate and install safety guarding.

Facilitate

Facilitate electronic and PLC training within the department.

Follow

• Follow detailed assembly instructions and procedures.

• Follow / Drive escalation path as required.

• Follow GMP's and PRP's and Production SOP's.

• Follow maintenance schedules and documentation procedures.

• Follow safe operating practices.

Help

Help to develop work plans for emergency repair of critical assets.

Identify

• Identify and anticipate health and safety concerns and hazards.

• Identify safety risks and works to reduce them.

Inspect

• Inspect and drive company service vehicles.

• Inspect, repair & set regulators & relief valves.

Install

• Install and change mechanical cams.

• Install, assemble, and configure mechanical systems and equipment.

• Install electrical conduit and wiring for electrical circuits.

• Install machinery and equipment according to blueprints and other specifications.

Interpret

Interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.

Keep

Keep all work areas organized and free of clutter.

Lubricate

Lubricate and clean parts.

Maintain

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Maintain a clean work area.

• Maintain and repair pipeline.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures and policies.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment on areas under one's responsibility.

• Maintain a safe working environment.

• Maintain, constructs and test electrical components using schematics and drawings.

• Maintain safe and clean working environment by obeying procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

• Maintain strict adherence to Commercial Vehicle Regulations.

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair, a variety of form, fill, and seal equipment.

Make

Make sure customers receive prompt, efficient and courteous attention from all employees.

Manage

Manage IP addresses and RSLinx Licenses, RSV32, Panels Views, etc..

Monitor

Monitor equipment performance and identify potential issues.

Offer

Offer and promote potential solutions and products available to customers.

Operate

• Operate and maintain valves & operators.

• Operate and test machinery.

• Operate company truck, brush hog, and / or backhoe to perform operations and maintenance duties.

• Operate metalworking machines to make housings, fittings, and fixtures.

• Operate production line machinery and tooling.

Order

• Order and maintain inventory of spare parts and equipment.

• Order components to populate circuit boards (knowledge of electrical components).

Oversee

• Oversee and manage pipeline or utility crossings and encroachments.

• Oversee or perform general housekeeping.

Participate in

• Participate in daily morning team meetings.

• Participate in equipment installation and commissioning processes.

• Participate in gathering sports and social activities.

Patrol

Patrol pipeline right-of-way, assist with leak surveys, repair drips, and monitor heaters.

Perform

• Perform all work in a safe manner following all company safety policies and procedures.

• Perform and document preventative maintenance as required.

• Perform basic diagnosis, troubleshooting, installation or repair of facilities systems.

• Perform electrical and mechanical assemblies using schematics and mechanical drawings.

• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs as required to maintain all processes in the factory.

• Perform electrical installations in compliance with the national electrical code.

• Perform incidental related duties as assigned or required.

• Perform inspections, repairs, services and modifications to helicopter airframe and engines.

• Perform maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.

• Perform major machine repairs and Preventative Maintenance on production equipment.

• Perform mechanical preventive maintenance as required.

• Perform mechanical repairs to any plant system as required.

• Perform needed repair and refurbishment on all designated medical equipment and parts.

• Perform or assist with removing pipeline freezes and well drips.

• Perform other assignments as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the organization.

• Perform other duties when required or requested.

• Perform pipeline locates through the Indiana state one-call system.

• Perform preventative maintenance & calibration programs & keep maintenance records.

• Perform preventative maintenance on all machinery.

• Perform preventative maintenance on more advanced / sophisticated production equipment.

• Perform quality soldering.

• Perform regular maintenance tasks, such as lubrication and cleaning.

• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment and plant facilities.

• Perform Robots PM and service as required.

• Perform routine preventive maintenance checks on all production equipment and machinery.

• Perform safety audits and trainings.

• Perform system and equipment upgrades or modifications.

• Perform tests in accordance with test procedures.

• Perform troubleshooting testing and repairs.

• Perform verification and calibration of automatic gauging equipment.

Plan

• Plan and scope wiring requirements.

• Plan assembly of products based on completed designs, producing assembly instructions.

Practice

Practice and promote teamwork at all times.

Prepare

Prepare plant and equipment for start up and shut down as needed.

Produce

• Produce aspects of mechanical design and drawings in 2D and 3D software, such as AutoCAD.

• Produce production ready drawings.

Promote

Promote the company values of teamwork, open communication, ethics, health &.

Provide

• Provide a driver's abstract for review.

• Provide all necessary information to ensure that the Preventative maintenance Program is up to date.

• Provide design feedback to engineers for continuous improvement of production fixtures and equipment.

• Provide equipment training to customers & colleagues.

• Provide preliminary drawings / scetches / notes for projects, redlines and plans for submittals.

• Provide technical guidance and support to other team members.

Read

• Read and Comprehend design engineering drawings with included GD&T specifications.

• Read and interpret drawings, procedures, diagrams and manuals.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&ID drawings and plant layout drawings.

• Read and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.

• Read and understand mechanical drawings and schematics.

• Read blueprints and use measuring instruments.

• Read, interpret and update drawings and schematics.

• Read and understand mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical schematics.

Recommend

Recommend improvements for equipment performance and efficiency.

Recongize

Recongize when technical problems are developing and initiate approriate corrective actions.

Re-mnufacture

Re-mnufacture components with Zero defects in materials and workmanship.

Repair

• Repair and maintain production equipment and carry out preventive maintenance.

• Repair and troubleshooting of filling machines.

• Repair, install, and calibrate said equipment.

• Repair or replace defective components and parts.

Replace

Replace breakers and starters.

Report

• Report all incidents to the Manager or designee.

• Report problems with quality, process, equipment, and material to production supervisor.

Request

Request assistance on repairs or diagnosis as needed.

Research

Research and identify solutions then report, prepare scope of work and cost estimates to resolve.

Respond to

Respond to service calls and emergency repair requests.

Save

Save and tag warranty parts or cores for return to vendor.

Setup

• Setup, install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and electrical equipment.

• Setup, Operation and Maintenance of automated wire harness assembly equipment.

Stay updated on

Stay updated on new technologies and industry advancements.

Support

• Support a quality first approach to daily tasks to provide the best product to our customers.

• Support debug activities on the floor and customer site.

• Support of the machine at customer site.

• Support Production Team through basic fault correction coaching and troubleshooting.

Tend

Tend machines that press, mark, drill or wind component parts.

Test

• Test and recheck all repairs and road test all comebacks as assigned by the Manager.

• Test mechanical systems and equipment for functionality and safety.

Train

Train and mentor junior technicians as needed.

Troubleshoot

• Troubleshoot and correct malfunctions at the component and subassembly level.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose basic electrical issues which may include PLC / HMI control systems.

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices and hydraulic systems.

• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, compressor, and vacuum systems.

• Troubleshoot and safely repair rotating equipment.

• Troubleshoot equipment problems utilizing technical reference manuals and documents.

• Troubleshoot machines in regard to their mechanical or electrical assemblies.

• Troubleshoot real-time equipment issues with customers.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and properly document machine issues.

• Troubleshoot the communication and HMI network.

Understand

• Understand AC variable frequency drives, and DC drives.

• Understand and work within Stantec's quality control guidelines.

• Understand blue print, generate schematics if required.

• Understand safety hazards involved in maintenance equipment and job.

• Understand that performing job tasks in a safe manner is the highest priority.

Update

Update program backups for automation.

Use

Use micrometers and calipers, electric hand tools and meters.

Utilize

• Utilize a wide range of tools.

• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment for maintenance and repair.

Most In-demand Hard Skills

The following list describes the most required technical skills of a Mechanical Technician:

1. Proficiency in mechanical systems maintenance and repair.

2. Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and concepts.

3. Understanding of mechanical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

4. Experience with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.

5. Familiarity with mechanical systems and equipment, such as pumps, motors, or HVAC systems.

6. Proficiency in performing mechanical measurements and tests.

7. Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and techniques.

8. Understanding of safety protocols and regulations in mechanical maintenance.

9. Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving mechanical issues.

10. Familiarity with precision measuring instruments and tools.

11. Proficiency in interpreting technical manuals and documentation.

12. Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.

13. Knowledge of welding, fabrication, and machining techniques.

14. Experience with equipment calibration and adjustment.

15. Proficiency in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

16. Understanding of quality control and assurance processes.

17. Knowledge of equipment installation and commissioning procedures.

18. Familiarity with equipment and system upgrades and modifications.

19. Proficiency in using diagnostic and testing equipment, such as multimeters or pressure gauges.

20. Understanding of equipment maintenance scheduling and planning.

Most In-demand Soft Skills

The following list describes the most required soft skills of a Mechanical Technician:

1. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

2. Excellent attention to detail and precision in work.

3. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.

4. Collaboration and teamwork skills.

5. Time management and organizational skills.

6. Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic work environment.

7. Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

8. Strong mechanical aptitude and technical acumen.

9. Initiative and proactive approach to maintenance tasks.

10. Commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols.

Conclusion

Mechanical Technicians play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of mechanical systems and equipment. By possessing a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and effective communication abilities, these professionals contribute to the overall productivity and functionality of various industries.