Mechanic II - 352

NPK International Inc.; Carencro (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NPK International Inc. in Carencro, LA seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to perform corrective and preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems. You will work in a team, follow safety procedures, and keep accurate maintenance records to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, assist electricians, and participate in continuous improvement projects while adhering to OSHA and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Participates in safety projects and meetings.
• Adheres to OSHA, EPA, DEQ, DOT regulations and company policies.
• Shuts down operations if safety is at risk.
• Maintains housekeeping and documentation of maintenance.
• Performs PMs and repairs on plant equipment.
• Assists electricians on electrical repairs.
• Welds and paints as needed.
• Operates forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift.
• Reads schematics and creates simple modification schematics.
• Works rotating night shifts and on-call schedule.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

US:LA:Carencro | Craft/Manufacturing/Engineering | Fulltime Regular

Description

Work Location: US.LA.Carencro.2900 Highway 93

Craft/Manufacturing/Engineering - Maintenance

NPK International inc. (NYSE: NPKI) is the only site access solutions partner to manufacture and rent industry-leading sustainable composite matting , along with a full suite of services including planning, logistics, and remediation - so you can protect your people, the environment, and your bottom line.

Job Summary:

A Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the corrective and preventative maintenance actions assigned. They are to work within a team to repair and maintain all production and support equipment within the plant, support equipment and facility infrastructure on site, as well as timely upkeep of required documentation and training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively participates in safety projects, objectives, and safety meetings.
• Must adhere to all related OSHA, EPA, DEQ, DOT and other regulatory requirements and regulations in concurrence with Company’s Policies and Procedures.
• Authority to shut down any operation that reveals possible harm to self or another employee.
• Must adhere to and be knowledgeable of Company’s Policy and Procedures and must remain abreast of all amendments to the Policy.
• Must strictly comply with all Safety procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Confined Space Entry, Rigging, Fall Protection and Climbing standards.
• Must maintain good housekeeping of all assigned areas and those areas where repairs are in progress or recently completed.
• Must perform all PMs (Preventative Maintenance) according to company standards and recognized good practices. All documentation must be timely, correct, and complete.
• Perform mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic repairs and troubleshooting on plant systems. Assist electricians with electrical repairs where and when needed.
• Identify opportunities for improvement regarding preventative maintenance improvement.
• Must be capable of working independently and completing assigned projects systematically.
• Perform specialized repairs of custom equipment.
• Function as a member of cross functional teams charged with specifying equipment and processes for the plant.
• Analyze current processes and practices to identify improvement opportunities.
• Read and understand detailed schematics.
• Draw simple schematics to record modifications to equipment as required.
• Work with the maintenance department in troubleshooting equipment to determine problems through proper test procedures and operational checks.
• Perform or assist in corrective and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment as directed through work orders.
• Safe operation of forklift, scissor lift and boom lift.
• Must be able to work a rotational night shift and on-call schedule. This schedule supports a 24h/7day week manufacturing facility.
• Install, relocate, or remove plant equipment as required.
• Ensure consumption of spare parts is accounted for accurately in inventory.
• Weld and paint as necessary for repairs and upkeep.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years hands on mechanical maintenance.
• Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Travel: Minimal travel required, position is onshore in Manufacturing plant.

WHY JOIN NPK?

One of NPK’s Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality, and that commitment starts with YOU! NPK is where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. Here at NPK, we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the best talent while providing an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally.

Our matting system allows our customers to access their work sites, often located in very challenging locations, throughout the year. We have a wide-ranging client base across construction, events, crane hire and temporary builds, to name but a few. We are exceptionally strong in the utility sector, where our customers require access all year round to power networks, railway lines and energy installations.

Our installation and recovery operations are undertaken across the entire UK, often in remote locations working in all weather, and involve working as a crew of two/three team members or more, often with nights away.

WHAT WE VALUE

At NPK, our values, safety, integrity, accountability, respect, and excellence are more than words - they are non-negotiable fundamentals that define what is important to us. They are the foundation for our purpose.

Our Purpose encapsulates how our values work together to drive our decision-making, actions, and behaviours. They help us create meaningful relationships with each other, our clients, and partners. Every day, we strive to live these values and fulfil our purpose, building a culture that reflects who we are and where we’re headed.

P - People Focused - First in every action

U - United - Different voices make us stronger together

R - Reliable - Unwavering in our quality and service

P - Passionate - Energy and excitement is our fuel

O - Optimistic - Any moment is a chance to shine

S - Sincere - Authenticity starts with vulnerability

E - Enterprising - Agility is the key to opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. NPK and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, colour, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. For more information on Equal Employment Opportunity, please click here.

NPK International, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applications with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Manager, HR Governance & Compliance at [e-mail]