Maintenance Mechanic (Req. 17892)

PABCO Building Products, LLC; Blackfoot (ID); On-site; USD 33,062,000 - 37,195,000; Full time

Job summary

Basalite Building Products, LLC seeks a skilled maintenance technician to support plant operations. Duties include daily PMs, repairing and installing equipment, ordering parts, and resolving machinery issues with operators and supervisors. Proficiency in welding (stick/MIG), fabrication, and basic PLC knowledge is expected.

Safety and regular attendance are required. The role involves work in a loud plant environment with PPE and potential high locations; competitive hourly pay and full

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent
• 5+ years experience in welding and machinery maintenance
• On-the-job training required to perform duties
• Able to weld with stick or MiG welders and run oxy/act torch
• Basic reading, writing and math skills
• Able to communicate with peers, customers and superiors
• Operate block machine, cuber, loader, unloader, BECO, forklift and related equipment
• Good fabrication skills
• Some PLC and VFD knowledge
• Strong problem solving and mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting skills
• Familiar with conveyor components and heavy equipment

Responsibilities

• Performs daily PMs and repairs on all equipment.
• Performs installation of all new equipment.
• Determine parts needed for repairs.
• Communicate daily needs with operators and management.
• Fill out reports of problems or parts ordering.
• Operate band saws, drill presses, grinders and other shop tools.
• Troubleshoot plant machinery issues.
• Repair molds and use proper setup procedures.
• Replace or repair bearings and related parts.
• Make minor wiring repairs.
• Create fabrications from drawings.
• Work in precarious, high locations and enclosed areas.
• Weld in various positions and joints.
• Replace equipment parts with proper instructions and tools.
• Start or jog equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Order minor parts.
• Collaborate with operators and supervisors to solve machinery problems.
• Maintain safety compliance and attend safety meetings.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Welding

Machinery maintenance

Forklift operation

Shop tools

Troubleshooting

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

MIG welding

Stick welding

Oxy/Acetylene torch

Band saws

Drill presses

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.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Plant Superintendent, this position supports the Plant in all areas of Maintenance and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success.

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 performs the essential functions.
• Performs daily PM’s and repairs on all equipment.
• Performs installation of all new equipment.
• Able to determine parts needed for repairs.
• Able to communicate well with operators and management of daily needs.
• Fill out any reports of problems or parts ordering.
• Ability to properly operate band saws, drill presses, grinders and other shop tools.
• Keeps work area clean and organized.
• Troubleshoot issues with plant machinery.
• Repair molds and use appropriate setup procedures.
• Replace or repair bearings and related parts.
• Make minor wiring repairs.
• Create fabrications from drawings.
• Make repairs in precarious, high locations, and in enclosed areas.
• Must perform welding in various positions, locations and weld various types of joints.
• Replace equipment parts with proper instructions and tools.
• Start or jog equipment to perform maintenance tasks.
• Order minor parts.
• Works with operators and supervisors to solve problem with machinery.
• Performs all maintenance on equipment and tools within the specified safety requirements.
• 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.
• Experience – 5+ years in welding and machinery maintenance.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties.
• Able to weld with stick or MiG welders and run oxy/act torch.
• Requires basic reading, writing and mathematical skills.
• Able to verbally communicate effectively with peers, customers and superiors.
• Ability to operate block machine, cuber, loader, unloader, BECO, forklift and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• Good fabrication skills.
• Some PLC and VFD knowledge.
• Problem Solving skills.
• Good mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic trouble shooting skills.
• Familiar with chain and belt conveyor components.
• Forklift and some heavy equipment knowledge.
• 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 required to bend at the waist; Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Regular attendance is required.

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 loud noise, and exposure to dust.
• Works in high precarious places.
• Works near moving mechanical parts, extreme temperatures (non-weather conditions), vibration.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Job Overview

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs.

Salary

Salary Range: $24.00 - $27.00 / Hour, DOE

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity

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