Maintenance Mechanical Technician

divh2Maintenance Mechanical Technician/h2pHourly pay rate: $34.40/ppThe trades objectives are to install, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, physical structures, and piping in the plant by performing daily functions./ppThe jobholder is responsible for accomplishing the preventive, predictive and repair maintenance tasks in the plant as directed by the maintenance staff./ppVisually inspects and test machinery and equipment./ppTroubleshoots equipment and wiring to detect malfunctions and discusses machine operations with production and maintenance personnel to diagnose problems./ppDismantles defective equipment repairs or installs parts to bring the equipment back to OEM standards./ppRepairs and maintains physical structures of the plant./ppCleans and lubricates plant equipment such as bearings and chains. Must have general knowledge around oil analysis (oil and grease consistencies)./ppRepair drag chain using rigging equipment/torch (if necessary)./ppFabricates and constructs using drawings blue prints as well as from metal sheets and/or piping./ppTroubleshoots using schematics and repair hydraulic systems up to 2000psi./ppSets up and operates shop, with own personal portable tools to accomplish his/her tasks (task specific larger tools provided by company)./ppOperates welding and burning equipment to industry standards as qualified and authorized by Imerys./ppKnowledge and capability to perform rigging and lifting as required./ppKnowledge of and capability to repair and replace industrial valves./ppKnowledge of and capability to troubleshoot gear boxes and drive systems as well as conduct laser alignment coupling alignment/ppUtilize the plants CMMS to enter corrective work found during PMs/ppWork with the reliability department to use the plants tools to predict failures on pieces of equipment, as well as ideas around preventing failures from reoccurring/ppReplace/troubleshoot motors and drive systems up to 1500 HP/ppUse experience to offer solutions to repetitive failures/ppAbility to work with and manage contractors during shutdowns and repairs./ppAbility to work at heights and in confined spaces./ppCapability of using mobile equipment such as JLG, single man lift and fork-lifts./ppBe a member of the on-call program./ppSafety Implementation of safety guidelines and procedures for the Maintenance Utility and plant personnel./ppPersonnel Development through training on-the-job and formal / informal training./ppEquipment - Ensure the reliability of the plant equipment through preventive / predictive and corrective maintenance./ppPlanning Assist in the preparation of work schedules for routine and shutdown periods./ppQuality - Ensure that the Maintenance Department conforms to the plants quality standards both in the field and in the maintenance shop./ppHigh School Diploma and five years of related maintenance experience./ppAbility to comprehend detailed instructions./ppAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals./ppAbility to present information in one-on-one and small group situations./ppAbility to apply consensus understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form./ppAbility to deal with problems involving several different variables and solve them./ppBasic knowledge of electrical circuits and PLC structure./ppOperates shop equipment such as drills, grinder, threader, and taps./pp(Preferred) ability to operate and utilize a lathe/mill./ppAbility to complete precision maintenance (Laser Alignment, Belt Alignment)./ppExperience utilizing a CMMS for work order management./ppAbility to follow OEM technical installation measurements (bearing clearances, alignment tolerances, etc.)/ppMust be able to complete 1G, 2G, 3G, 1F, 2F, and 3F welding certification within 1 year./ppMust be able to regularly lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work for protracted periods either standing or sitting. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders frequently./ppModerate supervision is expected. The jobholder must be a self-starter with the ability accomplish maintenance tasks on their own./ppAbility to work in a team environment with trades and production employees of different skill levels./ppPosition Type Full time and Permanent/ppOnly technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox: View email address on click.appcast.io PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered./ppIMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws./p/div