Abrasives Mixer Operator

Shelby American, Inc.; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the abrasive cutting industry is seeking an Abrasives Mixer Operator to operate and maintain hydraulic and mechanical systems. The role requires a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a commitment to safety. This full-time position involves outdoor and offshore work conditions, with physical demands including lifting and operating equipment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years work-related experience or 12 months mechanical/hydraulic training.
• Must have basic knowledge of tools and equipment for maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and repair hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Set up and test abrasive cutting systems.
• Perform rigging and lifting operations.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Cooperative working relationships

Commitment to safety culture

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Basic knowledge of maintenance tools

Job description

Description

Abrasives Mixer Operator

Operate, maintain and repair all hydraulic and mechanical systems for White Fleet Abandonment abrasive cutting systems

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up and test abrasive cutting systems
• Maintain and repair hydraulic and mechanical equipment
• Perform rigging and lifting operations associated with setup and deployment of abrasive system
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Three (3) to Five (5) years' work-related experience or Twelve (12) months of mechanical or hydraulic training, to include on the job training
• Must have basic knowledge tools and equipment to perform maintenance and repairs

Desired:

• Valid TWIC
• HUET

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals
• Treats others fairly and with respect
• Commitment to company safety culture
• Identifies what needs to be done and acts before being asked or required

Additional Information:

Working Conditions

This position is considered OFFSHORE WORK which is characterized as follows

• Outdoors and indoors, day and night, as well as over/near water
• Requires working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment
• Frequently high humidity and high noise
• Potential exposure to open fire/flames/sparks
• Exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases

Physical Activity/Requirements

• Lift 25-50 pounds
• Wear PPE
• Climb stairs/ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift/carry objects
• Twist body, sit with back supported, head forward/flexed, head tilted/rotated, and work with arms extended overhead
• Work with arms extended below the waist, unsupported, elbows flexed, wrist supported and unsupported
• Operate a motor vehicle

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
• work related: 3 years (Required)

White Fleet Abandonment, LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Fleet Abandonment, LLC does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or protected veteran status. Alternative methods of applying for employment are available to individuals unable to submit an application through this site because of a disability.