Lead Maintenance Mechanic

About the role The Lead Mechanic will provide technical assistance and training to our maintenance department, will lead and oversee mechanical repairs during unit outages, all day‑to‑day activities, including scheduling and assisting Maintenance Planner. Overseeing plant needs, service requests, and work order preparation. Provide daily direction to department personnel regarding daily work plan priority, changes or challenges and their resolution. Report on maintenance work productivity and performance as directed. The Lead Maintenance Mechanic Accountabilities Comply with established company safety and operating policies, procedures, and guidelines to demonstrate leadership and safety. Know and understand our Life Critical Safety Rules and ensure during daily safe work permits are covering any known issues that may violate them. Work with Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Planner and Operations Supervision to prioritize and delegate workload for the multi‑week schedule. The ability to operate all types of vehicles, equipment, and tools. Understand the importance of the Preventive Maintenance program, including creating PMs, scheduling PMs and ensure they are on the appropriate schedule rotation. Provide input and feedback to maintenance planner of adjustments needed to the current PM schedule and assist in developing new PMs for future equipment needs. Create and modify PM's, including frequency, manpower requirements, tasks, etc. Report on PM and Weekly schedule compliance. Assist planner in developing maintenance and repair procedures. Oversee the inspection and repair of all plant equipment - pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, hydraulic systems, gear boxes and piping systems. Perform minor and major repairs on all types of equipment - including vehicles, trailers, power operated equipment as well as hand tools. Maintain accurate computer records of time and parts used on specific work orders. Update any deficiencies in personnel training needs to Safety Coordinator or Maintenance Manager. Work with Storeroom to establish proper min/max, identify obsolete parts and critical spares. Attend meetings as necessary. On call duties required - weekly rotation with the other Mechanics for emergency coverage needs. Key Competencies Understand the importance of teamwork and treating others with respect. Have the knowledge and ability to prioritize job tasks. Have good organizational skills. Must have the ability to delegate in a professional and thoughtful way. Must be able to work independently and with others. Computer skills, reporting, and the desire to learn as needed. Understand the FPP plan its implementation. Work with Vendors for planning, parts, and troubleshooting. Assist in development and implementation of a six‑week Long‑Term Maintenance Plan for routine work. Assist Maintenance Planner with parts, labor and lead time in upcoming Long‑Term Maintenance Plan. Understand the Long‑Term Maintenance Plan and budgeting. Position Requirements High School Diploma/GED required (technical degree preferred) Must have a minimum of at least 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a highly industrial continuous process environment Must be able to wear a full‑face respirator. Hold a valid and current Driver's License. Certification in Welding preferred, but not required. Ability to demonstrate how your actions support Reworld Values and Behaviors, including Safe and Inclusive Workplace, Delivering Results through Trust and Building Breakthrough Capabilities. In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional details are available at For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below. All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities. Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. Pay Transparency Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future. The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $87,300.00 - $116,200.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080. Our DEI Commitment Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an affirmative action program, and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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