Maintenance Mechanic Mpe

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Apply at: usps.com/careers DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Performs the

more difficult testing, diagnosis, maintenance, adjustment and revision

work, requiring a thorough knowledge of the mechanical, electrical and

electronic, pneumatic, or hydraulic control and operating mechanisms of

the equipment. For example, performs trouble shooting and repair of

complex interlocking and supervisory group control panels, keying

circuits, memory storage circuits, readout and feedback circuits, and

associated mechanical and electrical components throughout the

installation; locates and corrects malfunctions in scanning, triggering

and other electromechnical and electronic circuits. 2. Observes the

various components of the system in operation and applies appropriate

testing methods and procedures to insure continued proper functioning.

3. Locates the source of and rectifies trouble in involved or

questionable cases, or in emergency situations where expert attention is

required to locate and correct the defect quickly to avoid or minimize

interruptions to mail processing activities. 4. Installs or alters

equipment and circuits as directed. 5. Reports the circumstances

surrounding equipment failures, and recommends measures for their

correction. 6. Performs preventive maintenance inspections for the

purpose of discovering incipient mechanical malfunctions and for the

purpose of reviewing the standard of maintenance. Initiates work orders

requesting corrective actions for below standard conditions; assists in

the estimating of time and materials required. Recommends changes in

preventive maintenance procedures and practices to provide the proper

level of maintenance; assists in the revision of preventive maintenance

checklists and the frequency of performing preventive maintenance

routes. In instances of serious equipment failures conducts

investigation to determine the cause of the breakdown and to recommend

remedial action to prevent recurrence. 7. Uses necessary hand and power

tools, gauging devices, and both electrical and electronic test

equipment. 8. Reads schematics, blue prints, wiring diagrams and

specifications in locating and correcting potential or existing

malfunctions and failures. 9. Observes established safety practices and

requirements pertaining to the type of work involved; recommends

additional safety measures as required. 10. In addition, may oversee the

work of lower level maintenance employees, advising and instructing them

in proper work methods, and checking for adherence to instructions; or

make in process and final operational checks and tests of work completed

by lower level maintenance employees.