General Maintenance Mechanic

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets.

With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States.

Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd.

(NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications.

For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Elbit America - Night Vision is a world leader in night vision technology, with more than two million Generation 3 image intensifier tubes produced and providing integrated solutions that meet customers' evolving challenges.

During its 60-year production legacy, the company has secured more than 90-night vision-related patents and supplies nearly 100 allied countries with its products.

The company has more than 500 talented employees and operates in Roanoke, Virginia.

Job Description

Position Summary: General maintenance is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair and inspection of both production and facility related equipment.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:


* Good mechanical aptitude, strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability


* Installation, maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment in compliance with EPA standard using refrigeration recovery system.


* Installation, maintenance of production and facilities equipment


* Perform preventative maintenance: change belts, grease bearings, alignments and wire electrical motors including low voltage, 120V, 240V, 277V, 480V


* Complete inspections and logs as required


* Proper handling of Universal/Hazardous waste.

Complete per EHS guidelines.


* Perform outside custodial duties such as snow removal, application of salt melt etc.


* Perform inventory of equipment spare parts.


* Experience using various hand and power tools, multi-meter, Freon recovery system, air flow instrumentation etc.

Qualifications


* 3-5 years proven general maintenance experience AND/OR Technical certifications, Electrical Journeyman license, EPA 608 Freon Recovery Certification


* Industrial electrical experience preferred


* Microsoft Office Experience, Excel, Word, Outlook etc.


* Good verbal and written communications skills


* Team player, ability to work with other groups to complete tasks


* Candidate must be able to lift 25 to 30 pounds


* Candidate must be able to obtain a security clearance

Why Roanoke, Virginia?


* Lower cost of living


* Family-friendly area


* Career and economic growth


* Scenic beauty


* Outdoor enthusiast's dream

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