Mechanic A

Enviri; West Columbia (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Harsco Rail is seeking a skilled maintenance technician in the United States to perform mechanical and electrical repairs on production equipment, install machinery, and operate cranes. You will read complex drawings, maintain documentation, and train junior staff as needed.

The role requires five years of industrial experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work safely with tools and in a team environment. Physical work includes lifting and standing for shifts.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of trade training and high school.
• A minimum of five years industrial experience is required.
• Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data.
• Blueprint reading – use of complicated instructions or drawings, wiring diagrams.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical repairs of machines used for production, electrical repairs, and general plant equipment.
• Interprets complex mechanical, electrical, construction, and some electronic drawings to analyze problems and perform repairs.
• Maintains tools, documents work performed, and assists in training lesser skilled employees when needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Read/interpret complex drawings

Train others occasionally

Safety-conscious

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2–4 years trade training

Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Harsco is recognized for technical leadership and worldwide experience in virtually all major aspects of railway track maintenance. We enable railroads to operate at peak efficiency over smooth, precisely aligned track that increases railway safety while reducing fuel consumption and other key operating costs. Our broad array of equipment and services support every type of railway operator, from major national and international railway systems, to short lines and high-speed urban transit networks.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of skilled duties such as mechanical repairs of any machine utilized for production by the plant, electrical repairs, machine installations, cranes and general plant equipment. Must be capable of working on complex assignments without supervision.
• Must be able to interpret complex mechanical, electrical, construction and some electronic drawings and utilize these to analyze problems and make the necessary repairs.
• Must possess the tools necessary to perform the duties outlined and must work in a safe and efficient manner and practice good housekeeping at all times. Must assist in training lesser skilled employees on occasion and must maintain complete documentation of work performed, machine records, safety and other maintenance reports.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A. Education

• 2 – 4 years of trade training and high school

B. Experience

• A minimum of five years industrial experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data
• Blueprint reading – use of complicated instructions or drawings, wiring diagrams
• Ability to effectively plan and organize

Core Competencies:

• The ability to predictably and regularly attend work and to be punctual
• The ability to read and understand documents and drawings
• The ability to work cooperatively with others
• The ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers
• The ability to perform several tasks at once
• The ability to follow direction or instruction
• The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information
• The ability to lift 40 lbs.
• The ability to stand/bend/stretch, etc.
• The ability to build, construct and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures from drawings and/or instructions.
• The ability to operate production equipment such as lathes, milling machines, drills, boring mills, etc.
• The ability design and develop various types of jigs, fixtures, tools, gauges and dies.
• The ability to determine metal analysis, make tool try-outs, troubleshoot and correct problems.
• The ability to perform basic welding, brazing, and soldering.

Additional Information

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Rail’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Harsco Rail offers the following alternate application procedure: Contact Matthew Fink, HR Director, North America at 803-822-7440 and Harsco Rail will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. Please call only for disability application. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.