Maintenance Mechanic

ZipRecruiter; Hereford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic production company located in Hereford, TX is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the smooth operation of equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of maintenance experience and strong skills in troubleshooting and fabrication. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance and problem-solving within the mill environment. The position offers competitive pay and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in a production environment.
• Ability to work safely at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
• Strong organizational skills needed to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all equipment throughout the mill operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Communicate effectively with team and management.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Knowledge of electrical schematics

Fabrication skills

Hydraulics

Education

College coursework in technical field

Tools

MS Office

Various hand and power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Maintenance Mechanic Department:Maintenance
Company: Nutrius
Full/Part-Time:Full-TimeLocation: Hereford, TX
FLSA Status:Hourly (non-exempt) Shift: Swings
SUMMARY

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for trouble shooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment throughout the mill operation. This individual will also be responsible for minimizing down time by detecting potential mechanical and electrical problems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Must have good analytical skills, able to troubleshoot and make on the spot corrections to emergency conditions
2. Able to climb stairs and ladders and stairs and work safely at elevated heights of 200ft. and Confined Space
3. Knowledge of fabrication, electrical schematics, engineering drawings, power transmission, and pneumatics, welding and cutting are necessary.
4. Light Industrial Electric required, Hydraulics, Power Transmissions, and Pneumatic; basic computer knowledge; previous feed mill exp desired.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Special projects and/or other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Safety, inventory and maintenance processes and procedures
• Computer systems to create spreadsheets is a plus
• Technical and mechanical systems related to operation

Ability to:

• Maintain high quality control standards; effectively problem-solve, supervise and troubleshoot
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff throughout the organization
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Evaluate employees fairly and objectively
• Work flexible hours; on-call availability, OT, and rotating weekends.

Experience and Training Guidelines :

• College coursework in technical field desired
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in feed mill maintenance, industrial, or a production environment.
• MS Office – Excel, Word
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize successfully

SPECIAL DEMANDS

Physical and mental requirements

• Occasional use of keyboard
• Frequent sitting for long periods of time
• Occasional bending or squatting
• Constant use of vision; frequent reading
• Frequent decision-making and concentration
• Frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone
• Frequent exposure to noise
• Frequent reading and close-up work
• Occasional lifting up to 55 pounds

Skills

Hand Tools: Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing duties.

1. Welding
2. Fabrication skills
3. Plumbing
4. Electrical
5. Automotive/Forklifts
6. Packaging Equip
7. Pumps
8. Compressor
9. Instrumentations/Electronics
10. Machinists
11. PLC’s
12. Equipment Rebuilding
13. Pneumatics/Hydraulics
14. General building repairs
15. MIG Welding
16. TIG Welding
17. Stick Welding
18. Program/Operate palletizing Robot.

Equipment Manual comprehensions: Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance, service, or operation.
Follow Instructions: Reads instructions / labels and performs work as assigned by department supervisor or lead.

Working Conditions
Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment subject to street or field noise and environment including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Some duties involve working in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Position may require work outside regular business hours, including weekends, holidays and on-call; occasional travel to other company locations.

Note: Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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