Maintenance Technician - New Johnsonville, TN

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc.; New Johnsonville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. in New Johnsonville, TN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support daily plant operations, adhere to safety policies, and maintain equipment in safe working condition.

The role involves preventive maintenance, reading diagrams, and performing repairs across valves, pumps, and chillers while complying with quality standards and safety systems. The position requires outdoor work in all weather and teamwork with staff and vendors.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred in maintenance or instrument/electrical fields.
• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years mechanical or instrument/electrical experience required.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and mechanical/electrical capability.
• Proficient in MS Office; able to operate basic software used for maintenance.
• Able to ascend/descend stairs, lift 50 lbs, and wear PPE.
• Ability to work well in a team and coordinate with vendors and staff.
• Capable of operating mobile equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily work in line with procedures and safety policies to maintain a safe environment.
• Promotes 5S in the work area and surroundings.
• Maintains plant equipment and tools in safe working order.
• Works outdoors in all weather conditions as required.
• Follows lock-out/tag-out, confined space, hot work permits and related safety policies.
• Repairs and maintains plant equipment such as valves, pumps, compressors, convey systems, and chillers.
• Performs PM inspections and uses diagrams/drawings as needed.
• Updates work orders and CMMS with completed tasks.
• Keeps warehouse parts stocked and organized per supervisor directions.
• Acts as a member of the emergency response team if required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Teamwork

Mobility equipment operation

Education

Associate degree preferred (Maintenance or Instrument / Electrical)

High school diploma with 2 years mechanical or instrument/electrical experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Maintenance Technician - New Johnsonville, TN

Classification: Maintenance Technician
Pay Rate: $29.52

Career Path:
New Hire $29.52
Level 1 $31.42 New hire with Associates degree orachieves qualification
Level 2 $32.26 New hire with relevant Bachelor’sdegree or successful completion of additional subject matter expertiseassessment (18-month tenure minimum in role)
Level 3 $34.34 Successful completion of additionalsubject matter expertise panel assessment (3-year tenure minimum in role)

Description of Job Duties:

• Completes daily work assignments in line with all company procedures and safety policies while maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel.
• Maintains and promotes 5S in assigned work area and on the grounds
• Maintains maintenance equipment and tools in a safe working order
• Safely perform work outdoors during all type of weather conditions
• Follows lock-out/tag-out, confined spaced, hot work permits, and related safety policies
• Repairs, replaces, and maintains all plant equipment in good working condition, equipment such as valves, pumps, compressors, convey systems, chillers, etc.
• Performs equipment inspections and preventative maintenance (PM) activities as per oral and written instructions.
• Interpret single line diagrams, piping schematics, and mechanical drawings as needed.
• Troubleshoot and dismantle defective equipment and install new or repair equipment and/or parts. Request parts to be purchased to complete repair to Maintenance Supervisor/Lead or Manager.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery throughout the plant.
• Fabricates equipment as required.
• Enter information on paper and/or electronic work order as required. Update CMMS or shared drive if directed to do so by Maintenance Supervisor/Lead or Manager.
• Stock warehouse parts inventory as directed by Maintenance Supervisor/Lead or Manager. This includes reviewing of packing slips, physically relocating inventory to warehouse shelving and identifying parts that may need re-ordering.
• Adheres to all quality policies and standards.
• Performs all other tasks as assigned.
• Member of the emergency response team, if required

Qualifications / Necessary Skills:

• Maintenance or Instrument / Electrical Associates degree is preferred. High school diploma or equivalent with 2-years mechanical or instrument / electrical work experience required.
• Must be able to perform mathematical exercises of moderate complexity. Must display a strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude.
• Working knowledge of MS Office suite.
• Must be able to ascend and descend multiple flights of stairs, lift 50lbs, stand on his/her feet for extended periods of time and be physically flexible including bending, rotating, and kneeling
• Must be able to wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as Level A suit, full face respirator, SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus), safety glasses, steel toed shoes, Tyvek, hearing protection and gloves.
• Must have the ability to work with a team in resolving problems together with the ability to develop effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, co-workers, managers and well as any other internal personnel.
• Capable of operating mobile equipment.

Nippon Sanso Matheson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability.