Mech Maint Journeyman

About the role

Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States. With over 1,300 valued employees, Buzzi Unicem USA manufactures and distributes its cement products throughout the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the country. Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries and employs almost 10,000 people. We are passionate about sustainably producing our cement products for the benefit of society by providing the foundation for crucial infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams, and residential and industrial buildings. Our commitment to positively contributing to society is a core principle for our business, and the reason we focus heavily on sustainable development. As part of our corporate culture, we recognize our role in meeting the current generation's needs, while preserving environmental quality and protecting the needs of future generations. Additionally, quality serves as the foundation of the way we do business at Buzzi Unicem USA. We have established at all our production sites, quality targets for our products that meet not only local regulatory standards but also our customer requirements. Buzzi Unicem USA strives to provide a corporate culture supporting career growth through strong leadership and development planning.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and works from prints and technical instructions
• Furnishes and uses own complement of hand tools, company tools and equipment
• Keeps work area and equipment neat and clean
• Installs, tests, maintains and repairs all mechanical equipment in accordance with regulations and specifications; fits, assembles, erects, installs, maintains and repairs mechanical plant and equipment
• Inspects, tests and aligns testing equipment throughout the plant
• Installs, troubleshoots, adjusts, services, maintains and repairs mechanical equipment for various types of lifts and conveyor belts
• Maintains the machines and equipment in efficient operating condition
• Performs duties such as: dismantling, moving, installing, commissioning, adjusting or repairing machines, power shafting, pulleys, conveyors, hoists, and other equipment; uses hoist dollies, rollers, tracks, and cranes (overhead and mobile) to aid in moving machinery; uses wrenches, hammers, and other hand tools in erecting or dismantling machines, and installing new or repair parts; uses measuring devices, such as squares, in installing the machine and equipment in correct positions, and aligning power shafting and pulleys
• Performs field material alteration such as: framing, cutting, bending, drilling and burning

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution is required
• Must possess a working knowledge of maintenance
• Must be able to perform duties in confined spaces, heights, same position for prolonged durations, and any type of climate
• Must be able to weld
• Must have at least 4 years experience as a MW or MMJ

Physical requirements

• Sitting, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Twisting, Climbing, Crawling, Balancing, Bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), Kneeling, Reaching, Grasping (use of both hands), Squatting, Repetitive Motions, Manipulative finger movements with both hands, Use of Wrists (Flexing or Rotating with both wrists), Use of both feet, Use of Arm Above Shoulder (needs both arms), Use of Arm Below Shoulder (needs both arms)
• Extended periods of time in same position
• Confined space
• Perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures
• Heights
• Lift and carry up to 100 lbs
• Capable of wearing respiratory protective equipment, i.e. disposable respirators; will require a pulmonary function test
• Work in dust, fumes, gases and chemicals

Physical activity

• Climbing: ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
• Balancing: maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces
• Stooping: bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist
• Walking: moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances

Sensory abilities

• General vision
• Hears, listens, and speaks clearly

Personal protective equipment

• Safety glasses
• Steel-toe safety shoes
• Hardhat
• Hearing protection

Environmental conditions

• Moderate to Extreme Climate Conditions
• Dust
• Chemical and Gas Fumes
• Confined Spaces
• Work under pressure/stress
• Working rapidly

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible spending accounts
• Supplemental life insurance
• Voluntary benefits such as accident and critical illness
• 401(k) savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Professional development and advancement opportunities