Maintenance Mechanic (Major)

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for proactively maintaining operation of machinery and mechanical equipment thru preventive/predictive maintenance.

Job Responsibilities



* Assist to install and service different pieces of equipment, using required self-supplied and company-supplied hand tools


* Perform assigned preventive maintenance task


* Moving and raising components using hoists, dollies, or other provided equipment


* Updating daily work communications


* Maintain tools, powered vehicles, and equipment; keep parts and supplies in order


* Responsible for a clean and hazard free work area throughout the entire day


* Use and maintain safety equipment on job sites


* Other duties as business needs


* Ability to follow applicable safety and environment requirements, food safety, GMP's


* Execute job order assignments and keep accurate job order records.


* Perform other duties as assigned

Experience & Skills



* Previous maintenance experience preferred but willing to train


* Mechanically inclined


* Basic mechanics and electrical knowledge


* Computer and technology aptitude


* Must be able to read and understand various methods of mechanical and other technical drawings.


* Basic knowledge on the correct use and care of various tools used in maintenance work


* Must be able to follow procedures as outlined in equipment manufacturer's maintenance manual


* Basic knowledge on how to gas, arc, and/or TIG weld


* Basic knowledge on diagnosing equipment failures and correct them


* Should be familiar with air compressors, various pumps, boilers, and other common mechanical equipment

Education



* High School Diploma or the equivalent of a GED or equivalent knowledge and skills acquired through on the job training or experience

Work Environment



* Must be able to climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, and stand for long periods of time


* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

for short distances


* Comfortable working with heights and confined spaces


* Comfortable working in non-climate-controlled environment