Role Summary
The Electro-Mechanical Technician installs, inspects, maintains, and repairs equipment that combines electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems. The role supports safe and reliable operations by diagnosing faults, carrying out preventive maintenance, and minimizing equipment downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and repair electro-mechanical equipment, including motors, pumps, conveyors, compressors, gearboxes, and production machinery.
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic faults.
- Inspect equipment and identify signs of wear, damage, misalignment, vibration, or overheating.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in line with schedules and manufacturer recommendations.
- Install, align, connect, test, and commission machinery and equipment.
- Work with electrical panels, control circuits, sensors, relays, motor starters, and variable-frequency drives.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Use hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and diagnostic equipment safely.
- Replace or repair components such as bearings, belts, seals, valves, motors, and wiring.
- Record work completed, materials used, test results, and equipment condition in maintenance records.
- Support equipment upgrades, shutdowns, and continuous-improvement projects.
- Follow lockout/tagout, permit-to-work, PPE, and other site safety procedures.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with production, engineering, and other technicians.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in electromechanical, electrical, or mechanical technology preferred.
- Relevant trade qualification, license, or certification as required by local regulations.
- Experience maintaining industrial or commercial machinery and equipment.
- Basic knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical assemblies, and equipment controls.
- Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals.
- Familiarity with safe use of test instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with PLC-controlled machinery, sensors, motor controls, or variable-frequency drives.
- Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Experience using a computerized maintenance-management system.
- Training in workplace safety, first aid, or lockout/tagout.
Core Skills
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
- Good mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Clear communication and accurate documentation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility to support shift work or emergency callouts, if required
Work Conditions
Work may take place in a plant, workshop, or field environment and may involve standing for extended periods, lifting equipment, working at heights, or working in confined spaces. All tasks must be performed within the technician’s training and authorization and in accordance with site procedures and applicable regulations.
