Maintenance Mechanic

Position Summary This position performs a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled maintenance work in the installation, repair and replacement of plant equipment. Essential Job Functions Inspect, repair and maintain a variety of plant equipment including electric motors, engines, pumps, boilers, air compressors, emergency systems, power generation systems, chillers, cranes, power transmission systems. Construct, repair and maintain facilities and grounds. Perform welding, masonry, carpentry, minor machining and plumbing duties. Use test equipment and make operating adjustments to a variety of mechanical equipment. Inspect and set safety switches. Check and add oil to gearboxes, pumps and engines, grease bearings and perform other related preventive maintenance work on equipment. Inspect, repair, and maintain all mobile equipment including forklifts, elevated work platforms, carts, and tractors. Check for proper gear mesh and proper alignment of machinery using established methods and practices. Make visual inspections of plant operations ensuring that operational problems have been located and corrected. Requisition parts and supplies and assist in the maintenance of spare parts inventory. Maintain records and prepare regular and special reports on operation of equipment and systems; take and log a variety of readings from equipment. Supply and maintain all hand tools needed for maintenance function. Maintain communications with production, engineering and other maintenance personnel for orderly execution of duties. Observe all EHS rules and procedures. Maintain an orderly and clean work area to assure a desirable and safe working environment. Perform other related duties as per the direction of the Manager. Essential Interpersonal Job Functions Job knowledge/skill, quality of work, production/work habits, attendance/punctuality, problem solving/initiative, team participation, integrity/attitude, safety/housekeeping. Qualifications The Mechanic is expected to have mastered a wide variety of fundamental maintenance skills. Must demonstrate competency in hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprint reading, basic electricity, math, cranes, boiler systems, filtering systems, plumbing, pipefitting, valves, fabricating, lubrication systems, schematic diagrams, power transfer components, use of predictive tools, use of all shop equipment, and use of cutting and welding equipment. Job Demands High school diploma or equivalent required; industrial/manufacturing experience preferred. Job Conditions General maintenance and warehouse environment – 8 to 12 hours per shift, 3‑4 nights/days, shift rotation; heat index >85 degrees 3–4 months per year. Exposure to noise (ear protection required) and carbon monoxide from forklifts. Hazards include noise, cleaning solutions, halogenated solvents, solvents, carbon monoxide from mobile equipment, and electrical hazards (arc and welding flash). PPE mandatory: ear plugs, gloves, safety glasses, metatarsal tongue shoes, face shields, welding helmets, cutting face shields, arc flash clothing and tools. Other: occasional mandatory overtime. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We strive to recruit individuals from diverse backgrounds and provide equal opportunities. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We will accommodate reasonable workplace adjustments for qualified applicants unless doing so would impose undue hardship on the operation of the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr Prysmian