Plant Maintenance Technician II

Job Description

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and troubleshoots problems.
• Dismantles device to gain access to and remove defective parts, using hoists, hand tools and power tools.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes on dimensional requirements, using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of device and control instruments using hand and/or power tools.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Advise the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager of any operational problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

• Complies with all safety, health, environmental, and other Company policies, procedures and requirements.
• Perform preventative plant maintenance.
• General plant maintenance inspection and diagnosis & repairs.
• Welding & cutting as needed.
• Maintain, repair and clean MRF Equipment, including but not limited to upper and lower shaker decks, conveyor tunnels, walking floor tunnels, conveyor, beds, head & tail pulley.
• Maintain, repair and clean exhaust fans, including but not limited to air and carbon filters.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years' experience in maintenance & repair in production style environment.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Fabrication knowledge (Mig/Tig/Arc/Oxy Acetylene/brazing etc.)
• Sufficient working knowledge regarding plant component repairs and replacements.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and identify electrical/mechanical issues and complete in a safe timely manner.
• Perform all tasks safely and in accordance with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
• Consistently behaves in a manner that is appropriate and professional.
• Valid Class C Driver's License.
• Acceptable Driver's Record.
• Must possess personal tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Trade School Certification.
• Bilingual English / Spanish.
• Welder certification.
• Waste, rock & sand, concrete, and/or asphalt industry experience.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• Physical: Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously. Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to unprotected heights, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye/hand coordination, & handling continuously. Bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, & lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously.
• Environmental: Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions, & noise continuously. Works inside and outside.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit package
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K, Profit Sharing & Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning

Schedule

• Mon - Fri 2:30PM - 10:00PM + Saturdays 7AM - 3:30PM

Hourly Pay

$29.33

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K, Profit Sharing & Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran