Industrial Maintenance Mechanic-Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Get ready to grow with us!

Northwest Pipe Company is the nation’s leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products and with over 50 years of experience, we’re just getting started! Our business is growing, and we’re looking for great people to grow with us. We’re immediately seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our Northwest Pipe team in Saginaw, TX .

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Bonus Potential (2x per year)
• Up to $2,500 per year Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (Day 1 of Employment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

Our Values:

• Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions.
• Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen.
• Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success.

About the Job:

The Maintenance Mechanic performs repair and preventative maintenance work on gas, diesel, and heavy equipment; diagnoses and repairs electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and air conditioners; perform safety compliance inspections; and diagnose and repair a wide variety of gasoline or diesel-powered heavy equipment with unique and complex drive, control and braking units. Assists in the departmental housekeeping and safety efforts, orders parts required to maintain repair part inventories and works collaboratively with equipment repair mechanics, production counterparts, and vendors to ensure production workflow.

Essential Functions & Major Responsibilities:

• Must be competent with the use of PC, email, text messaging, internet research, and software-based maintenance.
• Evaluate the work environment for safe working conditions prior to any work being performed.
• Responsible for Lockout and Arc Flash procedures.
• Communicate with the maintenance supervisor, affected employees, plant leadership, and maintenance mechanics on downtime, equipment issues, repair ETA’s, and parts and supply needs.
• Responsible for maintaining and improving department lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
• Moderate skills in welding and fabrication. Fabricates replacement parts for equipment or safety items
• Troubleshooting and repair of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshooting and repair of power transmission systems such as motors, gear reducers, couplers, and precision shaft alignments.
• Must be able to perform Root Cause Analysis exercises on equipment failures, using tools such as 5-whys and cause and effect systems.
• Installs power and lighting circuits and repairs distribution circuits.
• Runs new conduit and wiring for machines, equipment, and lighting.
• Inspects, maintains, tests, and repairs all electric-powered equipment and machines.
• Reads and interprets schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and repair manuals to provide required technical support.
• Starts and tests equipment or machinery before returning it to production and works closely with maintenance technician.
• Assists in the company's Preventative Maintenance Program and follows all safety rules and regulations.
• Troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers and coordinate findings and recommendations with the h Maintenance, Production, on, and Controls Department.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Read precision measuring instruments such as micrometer, caliper, bore gauges, and dial indicators.
• Assist other mechanics in the performance of mechanical repairs as required.

Education/Experience:

• Must have all aspects of communications skills; interpersonal, written and verbal, for dealing with all levels of associates, and for writing reports, and reading instructions and parts manuals. Must also possess the following skills or aptitudes:
• Fluid Power (pumps, valves, and pneumatics, and seals) repair and maintenance
• Power transmission (bearings, brakes, clutches, drives, and lubrication) repair and maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• HVAC&R
• Use of precision measuring equipment
• Steam generation and transmission
• Use of test equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Ability to secure power and lock out equipment for maintenance procedures
• Listening to what production counterparts are saying and asking questions as appropriate
• Managing one's own time and taking initiative
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Ability lead and work in teams
• Basic electrical AC/DC theory understanding
• Knowledge of OSHA and other regulatory agency protocols as they pertain to daily duties
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance protocols and tools

Full list of anticipated physical demands for this position and detail on our work environment is available on our application portal. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check.

Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date

Northwest Pipe Company is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of welded steel and precast water infrastructure products, employing over 900 skilled workers in locations across North America. With positions ranging from the manufacturing floor to sales, and from engineering to administration and management, Northwest Pipe offers rewarding work experiences and opportunities to grow your career. We know our success depends on the unique contributions of our diverse employees, and we're committed to promoting and valuing diversity and inclusion as we continue to grow our team.

Company Description

Northwest Pipe Company is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers of welded steel and precast water infrastructure products, employing over 900 skilled workers in locations across North America. With positions ranging from the manufacturing floor to sales, and from engineering to administration and management, Northwest Pipe offers rewarding work experiences and opportunities to grow your career. We know our success depends on the unique contributions of our diverse employees, and we're committed to promoting and valuing diversity and inclusion as we continue to grow our team.