Maintenance Mechanic

Hirebridge; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Collaboration

Career Growth

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

U.S. Pipe and Foundry in Lynchburg, VA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to direct and perform complex mechanical repair work, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems, in a heavy industrial setting.

The successful candidate will lead inspections, oversee overhauls, install equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operation. Requirements include at least 3 years of industrial mechanic experience, ability to read blueprints, and comfort working at heights and in hot or cold environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as an industrial mechanic.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manuals.
• Safety conscious at all times.
• Able to work at heights and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Capable of operating in hot and cold environments.

Responsibilities

• Directs and performs inspection and the more complicated preventive maintenance work.
• Overhaul major equipment with assigned team.
• Check equipment after repairs for correct adjustments.
• Install and position equipment in the plant.
• Operate welding equipment for maintenance repairs.
• Maintain good housekeeping in the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical knowledge

Safety conscious

English literacy

Physical stamina

Able to lift 50 lbs

Able to work at heights

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

What We Offer:

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

Job Description:

U.S. Pipe and Foundry is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Lynchburg, VA. The successful candidate will play a key role in directing and performing complex mechanical repair work and is responsible for the more intricate repair assignments, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Essential Functions:

• Directs and performs inspection and the more complicated preventive maintenance work.
• Works and directs assigned men in the major overhaul of equipment.
• Responsible for checking equipment after repairs for correct adjustments.
• Directs the installation of equipment, etc. in the plant.
• Directs the use of and uses oxy-acetylene and welding equipment necessary to perform welding or cutting to address normal maintenance repairs.
• Directs and performs lubrication work.
• Responsible for good housekeeping in work throughout work area and within Department.
• Does other work as assigned by supervisor.

Skills & Other Requirements:

• Must be completely versed in blueprint readings and be able to interpret and work from service manuals.
• Must be developing mechanical knowledge to keep abreast of the latest maintenance techniques.
• Must be safety conscious at all times.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience as an industrial mechanic.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, and speak the English language.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb steps and ladders.
• Must be able to bend and stoop repeatedly.
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing 50 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Must be able to manually roll pipe on rails.
• Responsible for completing clean-up tasks involving picking up, sweeping, and shoveling.
• Must be able to help remove cement, sand, paint, ink and all other debris in area.
• Responsible for positioning equipment back in proper place after clean-up.
• Must be able to recognize defective equipment and appropriately report defects to Supervision.
• Must be able to work in both hot and cold environments.
• Must be able to practice safe work procedures and comply with applicable safety rules and regulations in a heavy industrial environment.
• Must have initiative to proceed on own with minimum of supervision.
• Must be completely versed in blueprint readings and be able to interpret and work from service manuals.
• Must be developing mechanical knowledge to keep abreast of the latest maintenance techniques.