Maintenance - Mechanical

NES Fircroft; Alabama; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing firm seeks a skilled technician to perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment at their facilities in Alabama. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance on various plant equipment, utilizing SAP for parts ordering and equipment history updates, and ensuring compliance with safety programs. Ideal candidates will have experience with standard and precision tools, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to interpret blueprints, contributing to efficient operations and equipment reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficient in using SAP for maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on plant equipment including repairs and replacements.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Document repair history and updates in SAP.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint interpretation

Vibration analysis

SAP proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Standard shop tools

Precision shop tools

Job description

General Description: Troubleshoots, repairs, rebuilds, replaces and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Performs maintenance on plant equipment
   • Repairs rebuilds and/or replaces plant equipment (e.g., pumps, motors, valves and packing, compressors, gearboxes, centrifuges, furnaces and refrigeration systems)
   • Performs preventive maintenance
   • Interprets blueprints and drawings
   • Identifies lubrication types, properties and applications
   • Operates standard and precision shop tools and equipment
   • Sets up rigging; prepares and evaluates job site
   • Aligns rotating equipment using laser and dial indicators
   • Prepares equipment to be sent off site
   • Interacts with operations staff and engineers to diagnose and resolves upsets due to equipment failures
   • Works with engineers to resolve problems identified by EHM
   • Uses vibration readings to evaluate and troubleshoot equipment performance
   • Install blinds in piping and make up flanged and screwed piping connections
   • Conducts unit walk-throughs and report findings to MTS and Maintenance Coordinator
   • Fills out and files in equipment file equipment repair history sheets for pumps, compressors, centrifuges and agitators
2. Performs administrative duties
   • Reviews trouble log and determines if maintenance is needed
   • Records time against work orders
   • Uses SAP to locate and order parts
   • Updates equipment history in SAP
   • Navigates equipment specification data bases
   • Participates in peer performance evaluations
3. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
   • Maintains a clean and well organized work area
   • Attends meetings as required
   • Attends training as required
   • Uses computer applications such as SAP and MS Office
   • Complies with all HSSE programs, policies and procedures
   • Support maintenance plans and procedures
   • Continuous development of technical skills through training and practice
   • Performs special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned

Company Overview

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.