JOB TITLE:Tournament "B"Mechanic Open Championships
LOCATION:Baton Rouge,LA
POSITION TYPE:Full-Time– Seasonal
FLSA STATUS:Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO:Tournament LeadMechanic– Open Championships
WORK HOURS:Monday–Sunday(hours vary depending on tournament schedule), ability toworkextended hours, as needed.
POSITIONSUMMARY:
The"B" Mechanicwill be responsible forassisting the Lead Mechanic and "A" Mechanics with ensuringthe protection, long life, and operation at the highest level of efficiencyof tournament assets,includingpinsetters, lanes, ball returns, scoring equipment,and all other related mechanical maintenance of theOpen Championships.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Follow the instructions of the"A"Mechanic on duty.
Answercalls from USBC Supervisors up front andrespond to/clearpinsetters issuesas quickly as possible.SAFETY is always yourpriorityover speed.
Continuouslywatch for blackoutlights on all Pinsettersand clear the issue– often beforethe problemhas beenreported to USBC personnelbythebowlers.
Record all Stops on the computer stop-sheet program.
Assist"A"Mechanicwith any complicated issue and cover allother stops while the"A"Mechanic addresses any issue.
Perform the daily PMand housekeeping dutiesassigned to theBMechanicfor the shift you are working.
The"B"Mechanic never handles ANY hand tools or power tools except as instructed by an"A"Mechanic, or in completing daily PM or housekeeping duties assigned to the"B"mechanic on your shift.
The Head Mechanic has manytime-tested"critical adjustments"that are NEVER todeviatefrom– especially in the ball exit and accelerator area.The"B"mechanic is to adjustnothing –only assist the"A"Mechanicon complicated problems.
COMMUNICATE!Call the"A"mechanic to any stopthat is unfamiliarto you. Don't waste time if you are unsure.Notify the"A"mechanicat onceif you have the slightest doubt on how to handle ANY stop.
Mustmaintain a safe working environment and will not allow unauthorized persons in or around any equipment.
Abide by the Machine Area Safety Procedures and Standards of Operationandall safety procedures outlinedin the Brunswick Service Manual.
Will work with USBC staff and must maintain a strict code of privacy to uphold the integrity of the Open Championships.
Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Thispositionhas no supervisory responsibilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
•High School Diploma or continual learning education.
•Abilityto work nights and weekends,and special events.
•Must be neat and well-groomed always with no loose jewelry or apparel and will have frequent contact with guests, clients, and supporting staff.
EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
5+years' experiencein the bowling industry.
Must have vast experience in the electrical systems that are involved in pinsetters and automatic scorers.
Must be able to work on GSX machines, Kegel and Brunswick Lane machines, Brunswick Vector scoring system, as well as an understanding of AMF pinsetters and Brunswick A-2 pinsetters.
Must be adaptable and flexible.
TRAVEL:This position will require the employee to be on-site for theOpen Championships, so relocation is required for up tosixmonths at a time.A fixed start and end date will be communicated at the timetheoffer is made.
Revised 09/12/2024
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