Shop Machinist I - Paducah, KY

A Machinist uses manual and automated equipment to disassemble, clean, inspect, replace, assemble, preserve, calibrate and package diesel engine components including, but not limited to, cylinder heads, roots blowers, power packs, pumps, rocker arms and valve bridges in accordance with MSI work instructions.

• Practices safe work habits by attending safety meetings, wearing appropriate PPE, and maintaining clean, dry, and orderly work area.
• Uses manual and automated equipment to disassemble, clean, inspect, replace, assemble, preserve, calibrate, and package diesel engine components including, but not limited to, cylinder heads, roots blowers, power packs, pumps, rocker arms and valve bridges in accordance with MSI work instructions.
• Basic reading, writing, math, oral and organizational skills applicable to documentation (inspection forms/work orders), inspection clearances/tolerances, future training, and customer contact.
• Physical demands such as bending, reaching and continuous muscle force to pull, push and carry objects which can exceed a 40-work week and periodically requires travel to field job site.

Shop Mechanic Class Duties:

• Shop Mechanic/Machinist Class I
• Performs all duties as Class II & III, but has demonstrated their reliability, precision, and adherence to MSI work instructions over a period of several years under the supervision of another Class I mechanic or Shop Foreman.
• Has demonstrated the ability to operate basic machines such as the lathe, automated seat cutting machine, vertical mill, drill press, etc., with no supervision.
• May fill in for or assist field service mechanics.
• Will train Class II & III mechanics/machinists on diesel engine components of a basic and complex nature.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Able to use/read micrometers, calipers, tape measure and other precision instruments.

Familiar with forklift, lathe, milling unit, drill press operations, etc.