Mechanical Maintenance

About the Role

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, this role involves repairing and installing all types of plant machinery, equipment, and buildings. Responsibilities include performing repairs on compressors, pumps, water and gas lines, pipes, and related machinery; welding to repair broken machinery; carpentry work; and operating heavy equipment for various mechanical repair duties. This position also serves as a mentor to other employees in the mechanical maintenance classification.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Move and install all process equipment, as well as dismantle, repair, and reassemble defective process equipment.
• Perform maintenance tasks including:
  • Removing and installing bearings and seals with consideration for cleanliness and lubrication.
  • Aligning sprockets, gears, and couplings.
  • Removing and overhauling gear reducers, belt and chain drives, and variable speed drives.
  • Operating mobile equipment and special rigging devices.
• Interpret and work from prints, blueprints, charts, tables, work orders, verbal instructions, and established practices to organize and complete assigned repair jobs.
• Solve routine job problems effectively.
• Perform tack-welding using electric processes, take measurements, and create simple sketches.
• Perform project layout as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair waste fuel equipment.
• Perform daily inspections of air compressors and water pumps (lube and filters).
• Repair and maintain air, water, and gas distribution systems (compressors, pumps, piping, etc.).
• Perform general pipe fitting and plumbing for plant machinery and systems.
• Inspect and repair dust collection systems as needed.
• Collect water and oil samples.
• Maintain filters on air compressors, HVAC, and related systems.
• Weld broken machinery and install hard facing on wearing surfaces.
• Operate cutting torch, travel torch, and plasma cutter for welding duties.
• Operate machines and equipment to shear, punch, drill, roll, and bend metal.
• Set up and adjust machine settings.
• Perform precision work on plant equipment outside of the shop.
• Perform general inspection and repair of equipment prior to use.
• Perform lifting and rigging operations with mobile cranes.
• Assist in vibration analysis and balancing as needed.
• Perform environmental monitoring testing.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean-up of work areas.
• Document tasks associated with job duties.
• Assist in major plant repair projects.
• Attend RCRA training for waste-derived fuel activity and perform related tasks.
• Observe all safety rules, wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, and signs.
• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Willingness to learn; training will be provided.
• Ability to understand and interpret instructions, blueprints, drawings, and sketches.
• Knowledge and ability to set up and operate alignment equipment.
• Ability to operate a manlift, forklift, and various hand tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to use air and electric-driven power tools, hoists, hand taps, dies, cutting torch, welding machines, wrenches, jacks, and related equipment.
• Mechanical skills and ability to work on compressors and pumps.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as pulling and lifting while repairing equipment.
• Ability to interpret welding symbols and instructions, adjust welding machine settings, and operate welding equipment safely.
• Ability to perform mathematical functions and conversions.
• Ability to operate machine tools such as shears, punch presses, stationary drills, band saws, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to use measuring devices like micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, and depth gauges.
• Basic computer skills, including closing work orders.
• Ability to operate threading machines, grinders, and sprayers.
• Ability to stand for long periods, work in awkward positions, and handle tools and equipment weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, in confined spaces, and in various weather conditions.
• Must possess a current or valid driver’s license.
• Must pass a basic mechanical knowledge test and successfully complete on-the-job training.
• Must be able to understand and pass RCRA hazardous materials training and tests.
• Must be able to wear and communicate on a portable radio.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a shop environment as well as outdoors throughout the plant.
• Exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, noise, and high elevations up to 427 feet.
• Exposure to all weather conditions.
• Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.
• Requires wearing a communications radio.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities

Pay

$38.72 per hour with incremental annual increases.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM, includes on-call rotational shifts.