Mill Maintenance Technician

POSITION DESCRIPTON: JOB DESCRIPTION This position performs required maintenance activities and tasks to keep equipment safe, functional, and efficient by executing preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance actions. Learn and demonstrate competency at maintaining troubleshooting process equipment. Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted. This position will be a mid to second shift position, but training will start with current maintenance employees on first shift. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS: Know and follow all safety rules and evacuation routes in the areaLearn and follow the standard operating procedures and safe operating practices (JSA/SOP) within the departmentThis position will perform a variety of maintenance tasks including diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, or replacing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on plant equipmentTechnicians work as part of a team to safely perform preventive maintenance activities as well as answer breakdown calls in a production environmentOperate and maintain the equipment for daily operations in the departmentReact effectively to unplanned events and deal with conflicting demandsSelf-directed and able to work with minimal supervisionMust be flexible with overtime and weekend work QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Experience and Competencies Required: Comprehensive mechanical skills and aptitude required with welding, hydraulic, and pneumatic experience preferredPrior experience operating remote crane, forklift, hand torch desirableMinimum of 5-10 years of experience in heavy industry, construction, or similar field requiredMinimum of 5-10 years of maintenance experience requiredMinimum Microsoft Office suite computer skillsGood interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsConscientious with a good attendance recordSelf-directed and able to work with minimal supervision Education: Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent required Preferred: Associates degree or certificate in mechanical or electrical field Work Environment And Physical Requirements Ability to climb, stand, bend, and to lift a minimum of 50 pounds Subject to working near moving parts of heavy machinery and high voltage equipment where the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required Capable of working in high noise environment where the use of hearing protection is required Capable of working at heights and at high and/or extreme temperatures Subject to working in indoor and outdoor environment Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods Reach above shoulder level and below waist level Employees Will Frequently Be Required To: Sit, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlReach above shoulder level and below waist levelUse both hands for grasping, fingering, gripping and feeling textures and temperaturesLift and or move up to 50 pounds The Position Requires The Following Vision And Hearing Capabilities: Close, distance and peripheral visionDepth perception and the ability to adjust focusHearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings This Employee Will Work In The Following Conditions: Extreme hot and cold conditionsWet and humid conditionsAmid fumes, dust, dirt and smokeIn confined areas, high places and around equipment in motionAmid noiseWhile wearing personal protective / safety equipment to prevent injury from noise and environmental hazardsNear moving parts of heavy machinery and high voltage equipment QUALIFICATIONS: Competencies and Experience: Required High school diploma or equivalent Must be at least 18 years of age Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision Comprehensive mechanical skills and aptitude 5-10 years of experience in heavy industry 5-10 years of experience in maintenance Organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Conscientious with a good attendance record Adheres to company core values of honesty, fairness, integrity, and trustworthiness Able to work well with others and committed to team concept Analytical skills Display strong attention to detail Must be able to work at a fast pace Preferred Associates degree or certificate in mechanical or electrical field 10+ years of experience in heavy industry and maintenance Prior experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, hand torches Prior experience operating and/or maintaining plasma/oxyfuel/laser cutting tables Welding experience POSITION TYPE - WORK HOURS - TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Position is full-time, hourly, and is eligible for overtimePosition will be Monday through Friday No travel is expected for this positionHourly pay rate is $38.81 OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.