Technician, Mechanical (Opal, WY)

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance of centrifugal pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, drain piping modifications, etc.
• Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators, etc.
• Maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components.
• Air Compressor and Caterpillar 3600 series maintenance.
• Aid in replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
• Work in process plants or out on remote field units and associated components.
• Assist with training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Complete records of time and required regulatory reports.
• Communicate with Area Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance.
• Optimize work to minimize overtime.
• Perform remedial and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices.
• Participate in cross training to develop skills in other technician roles.
• Utilize precision tools and test equipment as needed.
• Respond to operational emergencies as part of an emergency response team.
• Perform regulatory required inspections.
• Supervise contractors performing specialty services.
• Train and guide others in duties of a Mechanical Technician.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3+ years mechanical experience.
• A minimum of 3-5 years gas-fired, engine-driven compressor experience is desired.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work alone or be a contributing team member.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components.
• A current driver's license and good driving record.
• The ability to read and understand, analyze and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state and local codes and regulations.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions.
• Basic computer skills such as opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets.
• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner.
• The ability to modify communication style in order to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage all parties according to the audience and circumstance.
• Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues.
• Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.
• The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.
• Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
• Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
• May work in confined spaces (i.e. tanks, between compressors, vessels).
• Regularly bends, stoops, moves from ground level to higher levels, raises/lifts from ground level and lifts up to 50 lbs., manually transports a load up to 75 lbs., applies up to 100 foot pounds of torque.
• Has the ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
• Wears special safety equipment while working and can lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.
• The ability to take call-outs and work overtime is required.
• Must live or relocate to within 1 hour of reporting location.