General Mechanic

Arconic

Lafayette, IN

Who this role is best for

Geared toward hands-on, skilled tradespeople comfortable with 24X7 rotating schedules and heavy equipment maintenance.

Best fit for

Candidates with 5+ years of hands-on experience in multiple mechanical disciplines and a strong work ethic for on-call schedules
— “Be willing to work a fixed or rotating 24X7 work schedule (8- or 12-hour shifts)”
Candidates who can handle a variety of materials and tools typically used in millwright, pipefitter, and welding roles
— “Tools common to the craft of millwright, pipefitter, welder, layout person, rigger, and blacksmith”

Things to consider

No visa sponsorship available, so only U.S. citizens or eligible residents should apply
— “Visa sponsorship is not available for this position”
The role requires passing a comprehensive skills test and physical examination
— “Pass a physical examination, drug screen test and background check”
Permanent employment is contingent on a probation period not exceeding 6 months
— “Permanent employment subject to probation period not to exceed 6 months”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with hydraulics, blueprints, and specialty metals in your resume and interviews
— “working knowledge of welding, machine repair, millwright, hydraulics, sheet metal, pipe fitting, and blueprints”
Include any relevant certifications or formal training in your application materials
— “Graduate of an approved apprentice program or have formal technical training beyond high school”
Demonstrate familiarity with PLC terminals and non-destructive testing equipment in your application
— “Personal computer; PLC terminals. Non-destructive testing equipment.”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · LowAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

design, fabricate, install, repair, modify and maintain machines, equipment, structures and facilities

Typical background

5 years Journey person experience or equivalent maintaining heavy equipment

Skills & requirements

Required

MechanicFabricationInstallationRepairModificationMaintenanceWeldingMachine RepairMillwrightHydraulicsSheet MetalPipe FittingBlueprints

Preferred

Ability To Work Rotating ShiftsAbility To Work Overtime

Stack & domain

MachinesEquipmentStructuresFacilitiesWeldingMachine RepairMillwrightHydraulicsSheet MetalPipe FittingBlueprintsDrill PressSawsAbrasive Cutoff WheelGrindersShearsPipe Fitting EquipmentWelding And Burning EquipmentHoistsCranesNon-destructive Testing EquipmentPersonal ComputerPLC TerminalsTeamworkCommunicationProblem-solvingAdaptabilityAttention To DetailJourneyman’s CardMechanicsEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Arconic

Arconic is seeking a General Mechanic to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.
Arconic creates breakthrough products that shape industries. Working in close partnership with our customers, we solve complex engineering challenges to transform the way we fly, drive, build and power. Through the ingenuity of our people and cutting-edge advanced manufacturing techniques, we deliver these products at a quality and efficiency that ensure customer success.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Be willing to work a fixed or rotating 24X7 work schedule (8- or 12-hour shifts). You may be required to work evenings, nights, holidays, and overtime.
Primary Functions of the Job
Design, fabricate, install, repair, modify and maintain machines, equipment, structures and facilities.
Materials Used, Processed and Handled
Machine parts, metal stock, pins, tubing, fittings, mechanical hardware, compressed gases, oil, grease, paint, acids, fiber optics, specialty metals.
Tools and Equipment
Tools common to the craft of millwright, pipefitter, welder, layout person, rigger, and blacksmith, such as drill press, saws, abrasive cutoff wheel, grinders and shears.
Pipe fitting equipment.
Welding and burning equipment.
Hoists
Cranes
Non-destructive testing equipment.
Personal computer; PLC terminals.
Benefits
Benefits Start day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and 401K with company match up 6%. Plus 2 weeks of paid vacation after 6 months and 1000hrs worked.
Basic Qualifications:
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this positionThis position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the relevant government agency. Business demands may require employer to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.Satisfactorily pass a comprehensive online and hands-on skills test.Pass a physical examination, drug screen test and background check.The minimum requirements are 5 years Journey person experience or equivalent maintaining heavy equipment with a working knowledge of welding, machine repair, millwright, hydraulics, sheet metal, pipe fitting, and blueprints.
Preferred Qualifications:
Graduate of an approved apprentice program or have formal technical training beyond high school. Or a Journeyman’s card (A Department of Labor Certificate or Equal). Testing and a skills demonstration will be required. Permanent employment subject to probation period not to exceed 6 months.
If you are currently working as a general mechanic, proof of experience and/or a copy of your Journeyman’s card must accompany your bid.

Source: Arconic careers