Maintenance Mechanic

Basalite Building Products, LLC; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Disability benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Basalite Building Products, LLC in Carson City, NV is seeking a maintenance technician to support manufacturing operations. Under supervision, the role performs welding, equipment repair, and routine maintenance while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and practical experience with welding, shop tools, and forklift operation. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly wage DOE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years welding and machinery maintenance experience beneficial.
• Working knowledge of industrial electricity beneficial.
• Operate forklift, drill press, welders, grinders and shop tools.
• On-the-job training required to perform duties.
• Forklift experience beneficial.
• Good reading/writing skills and basic math.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Excellent communication with employees and public.

Responsibilities

• Measure with tape measure and calipers.
• Operate oxygen/acetylene torch.
• Arc weld in various positions and joints.
• Use plasma cutter and other shop equipment.
• Operate band saws, drills, grinders and hand tools.
• Repair bearings and related parts as needed.
• Replace equipment parts with proper instructions.
• Repair and set-up molds to company standards.
• Understand plant equipment locations and names.
• Adhere to safety requirements and report hazards.
• Attend safety meetings and maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Welding

Machinery maintenance

Reading & writing

Basic math

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

On-the-job training

Tools

Forklift operation

Drill press

Welders

Plasma cutter

Band saws

Angle grinders

Job description

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

SALARY RANGE $20.00-$22.00 HR/DOE

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor this position supports the maintenance area in all areas of manufacturing. This position is also responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:General

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to properly measure utilizing a tape measure and calipers.
• Ability to properly use oxygen/acetylene torch.
• Ability to arc weld in various positions and types of joints.
• Ability to properly use a plasma cutter.
• Ability to properly operate band saws, drills, drill presses, grinders, hand tools, and other shop equipment.
• Ability to replace or repair bearings and related parts.
• Ability to make minor wiring repairs.
• Ability to replace equipment parts with proper instructions.
• Demonstrate the ability to repair and set-up molds to company standards.
• Knowledge of plant equipment, location, and name.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the safety requirements for performing maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Demonstrate ability to start or jog equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Works with operators and supervisors to solve problem with machinery.
• Maintains work area clean and clutter free per company standards
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time by the company or its designated representatives
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school education or equivalent.
• Two years welding and machinery maintenance experience is beneficial.
• Working knowledge of industrial electricity is beneficial
• Ability to operate forklift, drill press, welders, angle grinders, hand tools and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties
• Forklift operational experience is beneficial.
• Requires basic reading and writing skills.
• Basic mathematics and counting skills are required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic work environment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a professional manner in dealing with employees and the public.
• Operation of mobile electronic equipment may be required.
• Valid Driver’s License may be required to operate Basalite vehicles on public roadways.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen; Stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling may be required.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist.
• Lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Plant environment with moderate to loud noise, moving and vibrating machinery, dusty, dirty, fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, hot and cold (non-weather) conditions.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Working areas may include elevated working platforms.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation.

• medical/dental insurance
• disability benefits
• life insurance
• 401(k)
• profit sharing retirement plan
• wellness programs

We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening. Depending on the position, a background check and/or credit check may also be required.