Building Mechanic – Insulator

Kinsley Power Systems; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin is seeking a Building Mechanic – Insulator in Niagara Falls, NY to perform insulation of buildings and pipelines and related carpentry tasks in a plant setting. The role requires hands-on maintenance work across field and shop environments, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

The position offers an hourly starting wage of $40.61, increasing to $43.59 after training completion, and a 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thu). A high school diploma and 5 years related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years maintenance experience with pipe insulation (industrial setting preferred) or Journeyman designation.
• Experience in scaffold building preferred.
• Detailed work history covering at least 5 years in scaffolding/insulation on the application.
• Able to demonstrate basic computer skills, math and problem-solving; mechanical, numerical and verbal aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Insulate buildings and pipelines; perform carpentry and construction tasks as needed.
• Paint interior/exterior surfaces and repair walls; install countertops and cabinets.
• Move office furniture and construct/dismantle temporary scaffolding; inspect scaffolds for safety.
• Operate vehicles for deliveries and snow removal; use hand/power tools.
• Participate in safety meetings; adhere to procedures; work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Math

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman level designation

Tools

Scaffold building

Pipe insulation

Job description

Title: Building Mechanic – Insulator

Location: Niagara Falls, NY

Salary: $40.61/hour to start; $43.59/hour upon training completion.
Schedule: 4 10-hour shifts; Monday - Thursday

Focus: The Building Mechanic – Insulator is responsible for building, repairing and maintaining buildings and general equipment throughout the plant. The Building Mechanic has the primary responsibility to execute building maintenance tasks in a safe, efficient, and effective way according to the job package. Individuals working in this role will be required to work in both field and shop environments.

Building Mechanic – Insulator Essential Functions:

• Performs insulation of building and pipelines.
• Performs rough and finish carpentry and construction work, including building and paneling walls and partitions, designing and installing countertops, constructing cabinets and bookcases, as well as repairing furniture, installing suspended ceilings, hanging and finishing drywall, repairing door frames and hanging doors.
• Performs interior and exterior painting, including repairing and preparing walls for painting and applying various types of paint. May require use of ladders.
• Moves desks, tables and other office furniture.
• Perform construction and dismantling of temporary scaffolding structures. Also perform inspections of scaffold to ensure safe prior to use.
• Operates a motor vehicle to deliver supplies, pick up freight, and make other deliveries.
• Operates trucks with plows to remove snow from plant walkways and parking lots. Operates snow blowers to clean snow from sidewalks. Shovels entrances and other areas inaccessible to power equipment. Operates trucks with salt spreader.
• Uses tools, equipment and materials such as hand and power tools.
• Participates in safety meetings and training activities. Follows established safety and operating procedures and practices.
• Works with minimum supervision.

Errors in work could result in loss of production at a substantial cost. Errors could result in serious damage to machines, equipment, and environment costing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Errors could result in fines or litigation awards of substantial amount, due to environmental or product liability issues. Necessity of continuous operation demands cooperation, teamwork and close attention.

Building Mechanic – Insulator Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years maintenance work experience with pipe insulation (industrial setting preferred) or Journeyman level designation in the craft.
• Experience in scaffold building preferred.
• A complete employment application that explains a detailed work history required (resume must cover at least 5 years' work experience in a scaffolding/insulation position)
• Able to demonstrate basic computer skills, math and problem-solving; mechanical, numerical and verbal aptitude to learn our jobs quickly
• Must be able to work call-ins and overtime when support is needed
• Able to pass a functional physical testing and able to use standard safety equipment; must be able to liftup to 50 pounds
• Able to climb ladders/stairs and work at heights
• Able to work in tight or closed-in spaces
• Pass a physical, drug screen and background check if job offer is received and accepted
• Must possess an active Drivers License to operate plant vehicles

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*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship to applicants not authorized to work in the US. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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