Mechanic - Maintenance Technician

Overview Summary: Maintenance Technician reports to Supervisor/Manager and performs preventative and all other maintenance duties as assigned. Responsibilities Follows all facility safety programs/policies. Rotate between various areas within facility. Receives written and/or verbal instructions from supervisor. Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams and sketches. Makes minor sketches as necessary. Installs, repairs, dismantles and/or removes electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and production and auxiliary equipment and service lines. Fabricates and installs metal stock to form piece(s) of specified size and shape. Welds, brazes, and/or solders metal stock, pipe, and wire as required. Performs or directs preventive maintenance duties. Uses micrometers, gauges, test equipment, etc., as necessary. Unstops sewers and drains and cleans equipment parts as necessary. Operates floor-controlled crane, industrial truck and/or other motorized equipment to handle equipment, parts, supplies, etc. Lubricates plant equipment as required. Directs and performs general housekeeping duties in work area and shop. Provides assistance to departmental operators in various auxiliary type work. Follows directives to identify supplies/tools needed to perform specific maintenance tasks and completes maintenance tasks in a timely manner. Completes all applicable documentation related to job assignment. Communicate quality and safety concerns to appropriate personnel. Keep a clean and well-maintained workspace. All other duties as assigned. Tools and Equipment: Stationary and portable power tools, computer shaft alignment, manlift, electric and oxygen-acetylene welding equipment, floor-controlled crane, industrial truck, hoists, slings, welder’s face shield, miscellaneous mechanic’s hand tools, etc. Materials processed or used: Metal shapes, pipe and tubing, welding electrodes, solder, lubricants, oxygen and acetylene, bolts, nuts, filters, gaskets, packing, valves, couplings, flanges, etc., lumber, etc. Directs Work of: Trainee and other hourly maintenance personnel as required. Qualifications High School Diploma and/or GED. Must be able to wear all PPE as required. Must be able to meet physical requirements of the position. Must have the ability and willingness to work any shifts, including nights, holidays and overtime. Must be able to lift up to 35lbs. Must have the ability to bend, twist and stretch arms above head and walk or stand for long periods of time. Good communication skills. Work well with a team and collaborate with employees from other departments. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and written work instructions. Ability to progress through on the job training. Follow company procedures and directives. #J-18808-Ljbffr