Maintenance Mechanic

Description Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times. What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer: 15 days paid time off 10 Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire) Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire) Career growth and promotional opportunities Tuition Reimbursement JOB SUMMARY Perform all phases of mechanical maintenance throughout the plant, safely and effectively. Meet all company, state and local regulations/policies. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Perform preventative, corrective and emergency mechanical maintenance on all equipment throughout the plant under the direction of the Operations Manager such as welding, piping and rebuild equipment Conduct predictive analysis of all systems and equipment Identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical malfunctions throughout the plant which includes documenting problem and resolution as well as reporting all problems and resolutions of mechanical malfunctions to the Operations Manager Perform fire guard duty as well as confined space watch Participate and complete training programs within the time frame allotted Observe contract workers when necessary Maintain work tools and ensure work tools are put in appropriate secure place after using Enforce and maintain standard safety procedure KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Ability to weld, fit pipe, rebuild equipment, use equipment tools, set and align rotating equipment Working knowledge of all shop equipment and hand tools including but not limited to drill press, grinder, and band saw Possess mechanical knowledge in order to identify and correct mechanical malfunctions Knowledge of cutting and rigging techniques Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, instruction sheets, technical data, work orders and mechanical drawings in English Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing Ability to understand and follow instructions given, either verbally or written Ability to do basic reading, writing, and arithmetic Thorough knowledge and understanding of occupational hazards connected with machine shop and general plant practices with emphasis on the necessity of safety policy compliance Ability to operate powered equipment in a safe and efficient manner including but not limited to industrial forklifts and manlifts Ability to operate hand and powered tools in a safe and efficient manner while on ground surface as well as at heights Ability to ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) with strong mechanical aptitude required experience with computerized maintenance programs (MP2) or similar PM system preferred WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Talking, Hearing, Seeing Sitting, Standing, Walking, Fingering, Feeling, Grasping, Climbing, and Lifting up to 100lbs The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to noise: There is sufficient noise to cause worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to bio-solids. The worker is subject to vibration: Exposure to oscillating movements of extremities or whole body. The workers frequently is in close quarters, crawl space, shafts, manholes, small, enclosed rooms, small sewage and water line pipes, and other areas which could cause claustrophobia. Synagro is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, veteran's status, or other protected group status. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. Answers to application questions will be used for applicable, job-related purposes only. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro however only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Qualifications Education High School (required) Skills Computer Literate (required) Verbal and Written Communication (required) Ability to operate fire protection equipment (required) Mechanical and electrical aptitude (required) Knowledge of plant fire protection apparatus (required) Ability to read/comprehend written material (required) Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace (required) Ability to work in a confined space (required) Ability to work varying shifts/OT/On Call (required) Ability to weld and fit pipe, refurbish equip (required) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.