Fabricator/Welder/Pipe Fitter – Fort Worth, TX

W.R. Meadows of Western Canada; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to maintaining high standards of machinery and equipment. In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repairs of various equipment, ensuring a safe and productive environment. Your expertise will help establish preventive maintenance plans and analyze operational problems to enhance production quality. With a focus on teamwork and collaboration, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting. If you have a passion for mechanical and electrical systems and enjoy problem-solving, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Practical mechanical and electrical knowledge required.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical and mechanical roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair machinery and equipment in the facility.
• Establish and execute a preventive maintenance plan.
• Analyze mechanical problems and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatic knowledge

Hydraulic knowledge

Power generation equipment understanding

Reading and writing skills

Math skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade Schooling or technical training

4 years prior electrical and mechanical experience

Job description

Responsible for maintenance and repairs of machinery and equipment in a given department or facility. Including fabrication, welding, pipe fitting, installation, removal, modification, repair and maintenance of all equipment to help maintain a safe and productive environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Analyze mechanical and operational problems on all equipment and plan for and take corrective action.
• Make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
• Establish a preventive maintenance plan that is agreed to by the plant manager. Review production schedule and when equipment is not scheduled for manufacturing, change over equipment to new sizes or perform scheduled maintenance.
• Test equipment to check operation. Try out equipment after repairs, changeovers or extended downtime.
• Make preventive maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment, report findings to plant manager or maintenance supervisor and take appropriate action.
• Analyze and record cause of production delays on daily production report.
• Notify plant manager of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken.
• Instruct and direct any maintenance trainees assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interface with all production departments.
• Assist plant manager when applicable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Practical Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic knowledge required.
• Practical understanding of power generation equipment (i.e. pumps, motors, and gearing)
• Reading, writing, and math skills
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 55 lbs
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, climb, and crawl

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Trade Schooling or technical training preferred
• Minimum 4 years prior electrical and mechanical experience preferred
• Experience with equipment utilized in a batch process consisting of mixing & filling desirable.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

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W. R. MEADOWS, Inc., considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or any other status protected by federal and state law. In addition, W. R. MEADOWS, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. W. R. MEADOWS, Inc. also provides "reasonable accommodations" to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. (Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned at the supervisor’s discretion).