Maintenance Mechanic

T.-Parker-Host; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Host Terminals in Baton Rouge is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to install, maintain, diagnose and repair equipment used for unloading, loading, transfer and storage of cargo, including conveyors, gearboxes and ship loaders.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills and a strong commitment to safety. You will perform preventive maintenance, document activities, and operate equipment in a regulated environment, with shift flexibility as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• 5 years of prior industrial maintenance experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience related to small engines, electric motors, pumps, and hydraulics preferred
• Basic knowledge of general materials moving equipment.
• Experience with welding, diesel engine repair hydraulic and elect troubleshooting. Crane experience a plus
• Able to work all shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment various equipment used to unload, load, transfer, and store cargo.
• Work from blueprints, schematics or verbal instructions.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all terminal equipment.
• Complete work in a safe and timely manner in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Know the Port equipment status and enter work requests for maintenance work in Dynamics AX (the Drax Maintenance System), or write operational orders for equipment cleaning or operating changes.
• Safely operate various types of equipment related to movement and transporting of cargo as dictated by customer needs and requirements.
• Perform routine inspections on assigned equipment and report finding in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Accurately document information generated in support of operations to include but not limited to: receiving, shipping and storage of cargo.
• Accurately document maintenance inspections and safety related reports.
• Participate in and successfully complete required training and related testing.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform any other terminal functions as trained, requested and instructed by supervision.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Team player

Adaptable

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding

Diesel engine repair

Hydraulics

Electrical troubleshooting

Crane experience

Job description

Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Company: Host Terminals

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Position Summary: Install, maintain, diagnose and repair equipment/instrumentation related to the unloading, loading, transfer and storage of cargo including conveying equipment, gearboxes, ship loader, and various support equipment.

Core Principles: All team members must demonstrate an ability to adhere and understand the core principles of the company. This team member must be able to provide value and depth to the Core Principles of Host.

• Our people are our greatest assets.
• Their safety is our top priority.
• We provide exceptional service.
• We believe every relationship is important.
• We are detectives, understanding all activities within our markets.
• We know today's opportunities are tomorrow's growth.
• We conduct all business with integrity.
• We build on our legacy.

Position Specific Behaviors

• Team player
• Makes decisions and executes quickly
• Honesty and integrity
• Adaptable and flexible
• Collaborative- works well with others
• Excels in high growth, entrepreneurial and meritocratic environment
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Strong intellectual curiosity
• Thrives in a pressurized work environment

Demonstrated Competencies to be Successful at Host

• Self- starter
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Customer Focus
• Accountability
• Executing both short-term plans and long-term plans tied to vision and “big picture” goals

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Diagnose and repair equipment various equipment used to unload, load, transfer, and store cargo.
• Work from blueprints, schematics or verbal instructions.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all terminal equipment.
• Complete work in a safe and timely manner in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Know the Port equipment status and enter work requests for maintenance work in Dynamics AX (the Drax Maintenance System), or write operational orders for equipment cleaning or operating changes.
• Safely operate various types of equipment related to movement and transporting of cargo as dictated by customer needs and requirements.
• Perform routine inspections on assigned equipment and report finding in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Accurately document information generated in support of operations to include but not limited to: receiving, shipping and storage of cargo.
• Accurately document maintenance inspections and safety related reports.
• Participate in and successfully complete required training and related testing.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform any other terminal functions as trained, requested and instructed by supervision.

Education, Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• 5 years of prior industrial maintenance experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience related to small engines, electric motors, pumps, and hydraulics preferred
• Basic knowledge of general materials moving equipment.
• Experience with welding, diesel engine repair hydraulic and elect troubleshooting. Crane experience a plus
• Able to work all shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Must be available to respond to call-out as assigned.
• Ability to attain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, fractions, and decimals).
• Ability to accept supervision/direction and work effectively and cooperatively with other people.
• Ability to communicate over a company provided mobile radio.
• Ability to operate and maintain equipment in a safe manner at all times.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain necessary records.
• Successful completion of background check.
• Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)
• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work at protected heights up to 130 feet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Perform work in dusty environment and all types of temperature/weather conditions.
• Ability to work rotating shifts has needed.
• 4-10 hour work week
• Flexibility to adjust to changing shift work which may require early mornings, evenings and weekends.