Industrial Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:

Liberty Tire Recycling has an immediate opening for a hands-on Industrial Maintenance Mechanic . The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining all industrial equipment at the plant site. Extensive belt conveyor experience (i.e., maintaining conveyors, replacing rollers and belts, tracking and aligning belts properly) is a must. Also includes installing/repairing mechanical equipment, fabricating, and welding. This individual must be able to demonstrate proficiency in gearbox rebuilding, equipment alignment, welding, and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs and maintenance on parts of equipment, including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic repairs.
• Repair production line equipment, including conveyor belts, and shredding equipment.
• May perform or assist in the installation of machinery and equipment.
• Cutting and welding, including light steel fabrication.
• Performs maintenance duties or other duties as assigned.

Hours are Monday through Thursday 4pm - 2:30am

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be self-motivated.  Able to work alone or with others as needed.
• Demonstrates continuous improvement and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum 3 years relevant maintenance experience.
• Teachable attitude and ability to learn on the job in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time, including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting over surfaces and lifting at least 50 lbs.
• Willing and able to be on call and work any shift schedule, including nights and weekends (overtime available).
• Willing and able to adhere to all safety standards and wear all necessary personal protective equipment.
• Knowledge of quality concepts and methods.
• Safety Oriented – Proficient in Lockout/Tagout

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law