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Mechanical Startup Technician

Job Overview

The mechanical startup technician specializes in the crucial tasks of startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting mechanical systems within industrial plants and facilities. This role demands a deep understanding of mechanical principles, equipment operation, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

As a mechanical startup technician at APS Solutions, you’ll launch complex systems, applying your mechanical expertise to achieve successful startups. Your troubleshooting skills will be sharpened, and you’ll master diverse equipment, contributing to safety and reliable operations.

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Responsibilities & Qualifications

Primary Responsibilities

Startup Planning & Execution

Develop and implement mechanical startup procedures and checklists.
Perform system functional tests and performance testing.
Monitor and document startup progress.
Identify and mitigate potential startup risks.

Equipment & System Expertise

Align and balance rotating equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical system issues.

Collaboration & Communication

Coordinate with other disciplines, including electrical, instrumentation, and process engineering.
Provide technical guidance and support to the startup team.
Train operators and maintenance personnel on mechanical systems.

Compliance

Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Safety

Adhere to safety regulations and procedures.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
5+ years of experience in mechanical startup and commissioning.
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, turbines, and heat exchangers.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and mechanical drawings.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work overtime and travel to project sites as needed.
Technical certifications in relevant fields.
Experience with specific mechanical equipment and systems.
Knowledge of safety standards and regulations.

Requirements

Basic computer skills.

Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Excellent customer, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to complete multiple projects within time constraints.

Strong organizational skills.

Valid jurisdictional driver license.

Ability to work holidays, weekends, and overtime.

Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, requiring physical activity, including climbing ladders, working at elevations, bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, pushing/pulling, standing, walking, and lifting 50 pounds.

Ability to work in areas that may be noisy, cold, hot, dirty, and able to wear personal protective equipment.
Ability to meet appropriate physical requirements as determined by corporate Health & Safety Department as prerequisites to perform certain tasks or training activities, for example, pulmonary function testing for respiratory protection, if required.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

** This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor. Qualifications are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will basis.”

Equal Opportunity Employer

The APS Process

Online Application

Using our online application, upload your resume and personal data. The portal walks you through important info to start your journey with APS.

We Contact You

Your recruiter will learn what is important to you—hours, locations, career coals, etc—to successfully match you to mechanical startup technician jobs that fit your career goals.

We Go to Work for You!

Once we’ve done our due diligence, APS Solutions begins matching your skills to the right mechanical startup technician jobs. Our extensive network and decades of experience in the energy and heavy industrial fields provide us with a steady stream of opportunities.

We Put You to Work

Put your hard-earned skills to good use, doing what you do best. We’ll have your back, plus satisfied clients mean more jobs for you!

APS Keeps Working For You!

As you complete jobs successfully, your staffing team will strategically place you on projects to build your experience and skills to professionally advance your career.

Online Application

Using our online application, upload your resume and personal data. The portal walks you through important info to start your journey with APS.

We Contact You

Your recruiter will learn what is important to you—hours, locations, career coals, etc—to successfully match you to mechanical startup technician jobs that fit your career goals.

We Go to Work for You!

We Put You to Work

Put your hard-earned skills to good use, doing what you do best. We’ll have your back, plus satisfied clients mean more jobs for you!

APS Keeps Working For You!

As you complete jobs successfully, your staffing team will strategically place you on projects to build your experience and skills to professionally advance your career.

Why Use APS for Your Next Mechanical Startup Technician Job

Flexibility

After successfully completing each position, you have the freedom to take as much as you need before accepting your next job. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to provide with the flexibility you need to achieve it.

Employee Care

Our employee care specialists are dedicated to guiding you through all the necessary paperwork during the onboarding process making sure you are fully prepared before arriving at your worksite. Our experts work closely with each employee to ensure they are matched with projects that align with their skills, trade expertise, and career goals. You can trust us to provide personalized care every step of the way!

Specialized Focus

We cater to the power and heavy industrial industries, with hard-earned expertise in defining their needs, and finding the right job for you.

Employee Commitment

We are in the people business. Investing in people is not only our motto, but our way of life.

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Meet Our Team

We are staffing experts in the energy and heavy industrial markets. At APS Solutions, you’ll work with a recruiter who can strategically place you on projects to build your experience and skills to advance your career. We strongly believe that integrity and commitment are essential in creating opportunities for professional growth and success.

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