Mechanic

Duties

• Maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components.
• Routine maintenance of centrifugal pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, drain piping modifications, etc.
• Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators, etc.
• Assist with replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
• Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Reviews procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meet all regulatory agency requirements.
• Maintain close contact with the Area Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance to effect a minimum interruption of product throughput.
• Utilizes precision tools and test equipment as needed.
• Performs regulatory required inspections.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components is required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills is required.
• Self-motivated with ability to work alone or be a contributing team member.
• Must have a current driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to read and understand, analyze and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state and local codes and regulations.
• Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque.
• Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
• Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.
• The ability to take call-outs and work overtime is required.