Brakes and HVAC Repair Technician

LOCATION: Union City / California (US-CA), United States | BRAND: Knorr Brake Company | REQUISITION ID: 9048 | JOB GRADE:09 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site

Knorr Brake Company is the innovative leader in the manufacture and supply of braking systems, passenger doors and climate-control equipment for all types of Mass Transit customers such as: METRO, Light Rail Vehicles, High-Speed Trains, Commuter Rail and Monorail Vehicles for the North America market. We're part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you'll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You'll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today at www.KnorrBrake.com!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Brakes and HVAC Repair Technician assists in the repair or overhaul of pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, and electrical equipment.

Essential Functions

Troubleshoot pneumatic, mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems.
Disassemble equipment and clean as needed.
Perform initial evaluation and inspection of equipment as assigned. Provide feedback as to what parts & labor are needed for repair.
Document evaluation findings and generate a Technician Evaluation Report.
Routing of wires and installing crimp terminations and/or connectors.
Test and record results for subassemblies and assemblies.
Perform component level and some system level testing as instructed.
Interpret readings of gages, indicators, and dials.
Assist in testing equipment and recording test results.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance and calibration on equipment as instructed.
Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and ensure the compliance with company's rules and policies.
Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines and regulations. Be energy conscious, if applicable.
Must understand and comply with applicable standards. ( i.e.: ISO 9001, ISO/TS 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and CMMI).
Maintain and safeguard business records
Technician will be trained HVAC repair skill and EPA 608 certification will be required
Assist and train others as needed.

Technical Competencies

Technical Capacity: controls and instrumentation
Mechanical Aptitude: equipment maintenance, mechanical inspection tools and tooling
Time Management to ensure equipment is ready for scheduled repair or overhaul
Problem Solving and Decision Making (in making job decisions, the incumbent is guided by policy, routine and procedures)
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word (data entry and report writing)

Core Competencies

1. Efficiency (timely completion of tasks)

Plans, prioritizes, and completes tasks in an appropriate manner
Performs tasks efficiently and effectively and meets deadlines
Works towards achieving targets
Open to new, efficient ways of working and seeks ways to improve them
Punctual
2. Quality (consistently delivering products and services in compliance with expectations and standards, diligently executing tasks while keeping promises and dealing with difficulties and disruptions)

Works very diligently
Delivers appropriate work results / attention to detail
Communicates issues and defects
Contributes to high-quality results
3. Methodology (means the ability to analyze situations, make decisions within scope of the job, act cost-consciously, recognizes the effect of their performance within the company, demonstrate commitment to customers and services, work in a safe manner, work independently)

Obtains information necessary to perform tasks
Carefully looks at information from various sources before making decisions
Participates in reducing costs (LEAN methodology)
Acts in the interest of internal and external customers / communicates appropriately
Abides by all safety rules, policies and guidelines
4. Commitment (ability to perform varying tasks, adapts and takes ownership to rapidly changing working conditions, as well as personal attitude towards works, diligence and motivations)

Able to adapt quickly to new tasks and working conditions
Shows dedication and willingness to contribute to the company's success
Motivated and works diligently
Embraces responsibility and accountability
5. Teamwork (successful cooperation with others in the execution of joint tasks, sharing of information, respectful to others and inclusive attitude)

Behaves cooperatively and respectfully
Promotes collaborative work environment

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

3-5 Years Relevant Experience

Work Environment

Sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, etc.

Maximum lifting/carrying: 50 lbs.

The anticipated wage for candidates who will work in Union City, CA is $25.62 per hour. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Knorr Brake Company is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive 80 hours of vacation leave. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis

What does Knorr Brake Company have to offer you?

- Competitive Health Benefits, including Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Virtual visits
- Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Voluntary life, Disability and other Supplemental coverages
- Identity Theft and Legal Protection benefits
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Generous 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free corporate passes to the Baltimore Zoo and Aquarium
- Free gym membership
- Additional discounts include cellular, auto, theme park & attraction tickets, local restaurants, bank partnerships, etc.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid "KBC Cares" Volunteer Time Off
- 12 company-paid holidays (includes full week between Christmas and New Year's)
- Monthly employee welfare events and corporate outreach (Crab Feast, Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day, Chili Cook-Off, etc.)

Knorr Brake Company LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.