Technician Trainee

About the role

ALMA Observatory is seeking a Mechanical Technician Trainee to support maintenance of mechanical equipment under IMG's responsibility. Equipment includes generators, pumps, motors, compressors, hydraulic systems and other equipment, mostly related to the Generation Plant, including LPG and Diesel stations, three multifuel turbines and auxiliary systems.

The trainee assists Technicians and Operators with programmed and corrective maintenance tasks of regular to moderate technical difficulty. The role is part of a multidisciplinary team that may also support other technical areas of ALMA Observatory, contributing to asset availability, safety and high-performance operation.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply ALMA’s policies, plans and programs related to health, safety, environment and communities, as well as Risk Management premises and ALMA Fundamental Statements and Values.
• Use ALMA’s procedures and available technical information, including service manuals, spare parts catalogues, special instructions and service letters, while following quality, efficiency, effectiveness and safety requirements.
• Participate in on-the-job training activities and work experiences as required.
• Perform programmed maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical equipment under IMG responsibility.
• Evaluate, diagnose and repair simple to moderate malfunctions in mechanical systems and equipment components.
• Complete task and job reports using the CMMS web-based application and other computing applications to log information about completed tasks.
• Perform assigned tasks dutifully and proactively, and assist activities from other areas.

Datos clave

• Supports maintenance of generators, pumps, motors, compressors, hydraulic systems and other mechanical equipment.
• Assists Technicians and Operators with programmed and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Participates in on-the-job training activities and work experiences as required.