Maintenance Mechanic

· Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

· Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on: motors, pneumatic tools, hydraulic systems, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.

· Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments such as laser alignment tools, stethoscope, tachometer, infrared camera, ultrasound and vibration analysis tools.

· Determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts, using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.

· Proficiency in using hand and power tools, cranes/hoist, rigging equipment, welders, fall restraint, etc.

· Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions, requests and completing feedback documentation and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.

· Expected to take an active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.

· Mechanical / Technical Understanding - Mechanical Fundamentals: mechanics, lubrication, understanding maintenance documents, pumps, piping systems, welding/cutting (stick, mig, tig and torch). Mechanical power transmission: basic mechanics, bearings. Hydraulic power transmission: basic hydraulics, hydraulic troubleshooting. Basic pneumatic: Pneumatic Principles, Reciprocating Compressors, Rotary Compressors, Primary Air Treatment, Sec

· Qualifications & Requirements:

· Safety and housekeeping are the first consideration in all activities. The employee must consistently demonstrate an understanding of all plant & departmental safety rules, standards, and programs.

· Responsible for performing all assignments as delegated by the Mechanical Supervisors. Previous maintenance experience and industrial fabrication strongly preferred.

· Must have regular and predictable attendance.

· Expected to gain working knowledge of the Reliability Maintenance Program.

· Must have ability to safely operate plant golf carts, forklifts, and plant vehicles.

· Have ability to understand verbal and written instructions from plant supervision and efficiently and effectively perform assigned tasks.

· Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements necessary for this job area. Ability to negotiate uneven terrain, ramps, steps and ladders.

· Expected to gain working knowledge of the plant’s confined space program & procedures.

· Must complete the mechanical skills assessment.