Maintenance Mechanic

Nutrius; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrius, located in Hereford, TX, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment in the mill operation. The role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of mechanical systems, and a minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in an industrial environment. The successful candidate will contribute to minimizing downtime and ensure the efficient operation of machinery while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities in emergency conditions.
• Must have knowledge of fabrication, electrical schematics, and maintenance procedures.
• Experience in feed mill maintenance or a similar industrial environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Minimize downtime by detecting mechanical and electrical issues.
• Communicate effectively with staff and manage workloads effectively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Electrical knowledge

Welding skills

Fabrication skills

Computer proficiency (MS Office)

Education

College coursework in a technical field

Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic
Department: Maintenance
Company: Nutrius
Full/Part-Time: Full-Time
Location: Hereford, TX
FLSA Status: Hourly (non-exempt)
Shift: Days

Summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment throughout the mill operation. This individual will also be responsible for minimizing downtime by detecting potential mechanical and electrical problems.

Essential Functions

• Must have good analytical skills, able to troubleshoot and make on-the-spot corrections to emergency conditions.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders and work safely at elevated heights of 200 ft. and confined space.
• Knowledge of fabrication, electrical schematics, engineering drawings, power transmission, and pneumatics, welding and cutting are necessary.
• Light Industrial Electric required, hydraulics, power transmissions, and pneumatic; basic computer knowledge; previous feed mill experience desired.

Additional Responsibilities

• Special projects and/or other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Safety, inventory and maintenance processes and procedures.
• Computer systems to create spreadsheets is a plus.
• Technical and mechanical systems related to operation.

Ability to

• Maintain high quality control standards; effectively problem-solve, supervise and troubleshoot.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff throughout the organization.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Evaluate employees fairly and objectively.
• Work flexible hours, OT, and rotating weekends.

Experience and Training Guidelines Preferred

• College coursework in a technical field desired.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience in feed mill maintenance, industrial, or a production environment.
• MS Office – Excel, Word.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize successfully.

Special Demands

• Occasional use of keyboard.
• Frequent sitting for long periods of time.
• Occasional bending or squatting.
• Constant use of vision; frequent reading.
• Frequent decision-making and concentration.
• Frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone.
• Frequent exposure to noise.
• Frequent reading and close-up work.
• Occasional lifting up to 55 pounds.

Skills

• Hand Tools: Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing duties.
• Welding
• Fabrication skills
• Electrical
• Automotive/Forklifts
• Packaging equipment
• Pumps
• Compressor
• Instrumentation/Electronics
• Equipment Rebuilding
• Pneumatics/Hydraulics
• General building repairs
• MIG Welding
• Stick Welding
• Equipment Manual comprehensions: Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance, service, or operation.
• Follow Instructions: reads instructions/labels and performs work as assigned by department supervisor or lead.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment subject to street or field noise and environment, including exposure to loud equipment and machinery. Some duties involve working in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Position may require work, including weekends and holidays.

Note: Job descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.