Maintenance Mechanic I 3pm-11pm

Oil-dri-Corporation-of-Americ; Mounds (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-dri-Corporation-of-Americ in MD is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I to perform routine repairs on plant machinery, equipment, and structures. You will diagnose failures, inspect and test components, and carry out preventative maintenance to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include wiring, welding, pipe fitting, reading schematics, and using CMMS to document work orders. The role requires teamwork, safety adherence, and the ability to read SOPs and blueprints.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent; two years technical degree or related experience preferred.
• Must effectively use CMMS systems.
• Experience with electrical/mechanical maintenance and reading schematics.

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, and repairs plant machinery and structures.
• Diagnoses failures and performs necessary repairs.
• Test machinery using electrical/electronic equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and documents it.
• Follows specifications and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Uses hand/power tools, hoist, crane, and testing instruments.
• Performs welding, pipe fitting, and related work as needed.
• Maintains clean work areas and adheres to safety rules.

Skills

Machinery repair

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Welding

Lockout/Tagout

PLC skills

Reading blueprints

Education

HS Diploma

Technical degree

CMMS proficiency

Tools

CMMS

Forklift

Hoist

Crane

Job description

Job Title:

Maintenance Mechanic I

Location:

MD

Department:

Maintenance

Reports To:

Maintenance Manager

Job Overview:

Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for routine repairs of packaging, processing, mobile equipment, and physical structures.

Responsibilities:

• Installs, maintains, and repairs plant machinery, equipment, and physical structures.
• Diagnoses failures in machinery or equipment and makes necessary repairs.
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment using electrical and electronic test equipment.
• Performs and documents preventative maintenance.
• Follows specifications, blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings and lockout/tag out procedures to make repairs.
• Performs repairs by skillfully using hand tools, power tools, hoist, crane, and measuring and testing instruments.
• Performs plumbing and pipe fitting and related work in installing, repairing, or routing water, sewage, air, and gas pipes.
• Documents repair procedures and parts used from inventory and maintain accurate inventory of tools and equipment.
• Performs welding, acetylene brazing, cutting torch, routine layout and other duties as needed.
• Keeps areas clean and free of clutter.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations. Inspects safety of shop area, tools, and plant area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years technical degree in a related field or electrical/mechanical experience preferred.
• Must effectively use CMMS.

Skills & Abilities:

• Participates in Process improvement activities.
• Operate Load-All
• Operate Forklift
• Operate packaging equipment to enhance understanding and ability to support operation.
• Interacts with CMMC and CMS through computer terminal
• Must meet the assessment requirements for this position.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures, AIQ processes, and similar documents.
• Must have a working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must be able to perform basic machining tasks such as boring sprockets using a milling machine.
• Must have basic programmable logic controller’s skills.
• Must be able to read and understand shop manuals, parts, diagrams, schematic drawings, and blueprints.
• Must have knowledge and ability to read and understand electrical schematics, blueprints, ladder logic, etc.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the following maintenance skills:
• Electrical tasks such as changing motors
• Sufficient math skills to calculate installation and adjustment of machinery
• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Must be a qualified welder
• Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Starting Pay Rate: $30.82 per hour