Reliability & Predictive Maintenance Mechanic

Simplot Company; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company in New Iberia, LA seeks an Operations Support Mechanic responsible for improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and driving cost efficiencies across multiple processes. You will troubleshoot complex machinery, analyze data to schedule predictive maintenance, and participate in major overhauls and upgrades.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 5+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years related experience and/or training preferred.
• A/C mobile equipment certification, millwright/Mechanical and welding certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment problems to increase reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Develop predictive maintenance schedules to prevent costly failures and produce detailed reports on performance.
• Evaluate repair options and implement cost-effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Analyze equipment and prepare maintenance work scopes and checklists as needed.
• Assist in training mechanics and operators; participate in major overhauls and plan upgrades or replacements to improve reliability.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Predictive maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance planning

Equipment reliability

Training others

Overtime flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5+ years related experience

Tools

A/C mobile equipment

Millwright

Welding

Job description

Simplot Company in New Iberia, LA seeks an Operations Support Mechanic responsible for improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and driving cost efficiencies across multiple processes. You will troubleshoot complex machinery, analyze data to schedule predictive maintenance, and participate in major overhauls and upgrades.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 5+ years of related experience.