Mechanical Technician

The major purpose of the position is to ensure proper preventive maintenance is completed on critical and auxiliary machinery associated with 24/7 pellet manufacturing. This typically involves a meticulous adherence to approved procedures, identification and documentation of specification equipment, and submission for follow‑on inspection/corrective maintenance as applicable. Driving continuous improvement of the lubrication and associated preventive program is included with support provided by the company. Responsibilities Assemble, cut, thread, and lay pipes while also offering assistance in the repair, installation, maintenance, and purchase of various equipment and parts. Perform diagnosis, thorough troubleshooting, and repairs on motors, fans, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, rotating equipment and other pellet mill specific equipment. Work with diverse machines and equipment, such as hand and power tools, drill presses saws, welding machines and other equipment necessary to carrying out maintenance and repair tasks. Perform/coordinate preventive maintenance and lubrication as scheduled and maintain reports. Perform and document required inspections of equipment and maintain equipment in good condition. Analyze equipment performance and make necessary tooling and equipment changes to product desired throughput and quality results. Identify corrective action and troubleshooting to improve reliability of equipment and elevate issues promptly for proper resolution by communicating operational information as required. Perform rigging of equipment and follow all job safety procedures. Operate mobile equipment as necessary. Perform housekeeping to maintain the required safety standard. Adhere to all plant environmental, health and safety guidelines, policies and practices. Other jobs as directed. Qualifications Must be able to work safely obeying OSHA and clients' standards for practices. Be able to lift 50 lbs. and climb ladders and provide own basic tools. Experience in preventative, predictive and proactive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, servicing mobile/heavy equipment. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in hydraulics, lubrication, and mechanical equipment; basic understanding of types of lubricants and application of each. Ability to analyze process flow to identify issues. Ability to cut, thread, and lay pipes; repair, install, maintain various types of equipment. Ability to repair, maintain, troubleshoot pumps, conveyors, valves, cylinders, bearings, motors and other types of rotating equipment. Experience with computerized maintenance management system. Skilled in use of Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook. Must be willing to complete training as required by Supervisor and specified by the client. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent; technical degree a plus. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in manufacturing environment. Knowledge and experience with industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings and welding. Has mechanical aptitude and able to read technical diagrams and schematics. Ability to develop and maintain accurate records. Proficient in mathematics and measurements. Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, fabrication, vibration analysis and precision alignment preferred. Working Conditions Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees. Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment. Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight to address unexpected site issues with or without notice. Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime frequent. Physical Requirements Able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, bending, squatting, crawling, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day. Must use required/provided PPE including but not limited to safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, safety toe boots & hearing protection. Must adhere to the health and safety standards outlined or trained by the company. Able to work around moving equipment and machinery. Able to pull and lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA. Ability to work well in high places in excess of 100 feet, climb ladders, climb a crane, and use man lifts. Ability to work in confined spaces. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ellaway Blues Consulting