Job Description
We are looking for a reliable Plant Maintenance Technician individual who will support operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and optimizing all facilities and manufacturing equipment including but not limited to: construction, painting, plumbing, welding, heating/cooling, automation and fire protection systems in a safe and orderly fashion as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
Responsibilities
- Identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and simple electrical problems on plant facilities and production equipment.
- Performs preventative maintenance per defined interval/schedule in a timely manner and document maintenance concerns/resolutions; providing action plans and status reports as needed.
- Recognizes and corrects potential equipment failure or unsafe conditions and communicates this to Maintenance Manager.
- Performs welding fabrication (both stick and gas) in various locations and positions including pipe and structural on various metals for new and existing equipment.
- Ensures that all work performed meets required codes (OSHA, City and Federal) and is in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
- Utilizes appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, safety glasses, face shields, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves and aprons.
- Responsible for proper care/cleaning of tools, parts, materials and work area.
- Responsible for providing coverage in the absence of other Maintenance Technicians.
- Other duties as assigned by management. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Functional knowledge of mechanical components (valves, pipe fittings, bearings, motors, gearboxes, etc.).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all levels of the organization both written and verbal
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem solving skills.
- Be able to work both in independently and in a team environment completing objectives efficiently with a sense of responsibility.
- Be able to safely complete the physical tasks associated with the essential job functions. These tasks include extensive climbing, walking, lifting, bending, standing, carrying and squatting.
- Be able and willing to work in non-ideal environments such as: confined spaces, working at heights, dusty/dirty and around chemicals.
- Understand, practice and enforce safe work practices related to the following: respiratory protection, elevated work platforms, fall protection, control of hazardous materials, fire protection systems, electrical safety, forklift/hoist operation, welding, cutting, brazing, confined space entry, and PPE
Requirements
- Proven experience related to position
- Knowledge of procedures and guideline for emergency situations
- Organizational and multitasking abilities
- Active listener with good communication skills
- Sound judgement
- High school diploma
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Home daily
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
Work Location: In person