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Company Description:

Orenco Systems, Inc. (subsidiary of Infiltrator Water Technologies) is a manufacturer of innovative onsite and decentralized wastewater collection and treatment technologies. Solutions include community collection systems, advanced secondary treatment systems, watertight fiberglass tanks, and in-tank pumping and filtration systems. Orenco also manufactures high-quality standard, custom, and OEM controls, along with state-of-the-art fiberglass buildings, tanks, and enclosures.

Infiltrator Water Technologies is a market leader within the onsite wastewater treatment industry, Infiltrator manufactures a variety of revolutionary products and innovative, environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional stone and pipe leachfield and concrete septic wastewater system components. We sell our products through wholesale distribution across the United States and Canada for use on properties with onsite wastewater treatment systems.

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

This is an intermediate level position that exists to maintain, repair, and fabricate parts for all production shops including Sutherlin, and North Bank facilities. To be successful in this role, the Production Maintenance Tech II must show continued desire to develop their skills, and have experience performing equipment troubleshooting and repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & KRA (Key Result Areas):

> Safety/Culture

• Continuously maintains Orenco Management's safety, cultural, and professional standards.
• Promotes, encourages, and reinforces a positive safety culture, safe practices, and a safe work environment to all employees.

> Maintenance

• Troubleshoots equipment center failure and repairs faulty equipment.
• Complete Preventative Maintenance tickets requiring intermediate skills.
• Reports an accurate consumption of replacement parts to the repair parts management system.
• Coordinates with production to schedule equipment center downtime and performs equipment center maintenance.
• Documents work performed in Maintenance Management System.
• Performs tasks assigned to him/her by supervisors.
• Follows ALL Lockout/Tagout safety procedures.

> Communication

• Checks with and listens to machine center operators on a daily basis for feedback on machine center performance.
• Coordinates with production to schedule equipment center downtime for repairs and preventative maintenance.

> Teamwork

• Keeps work area clean and free of safety hazards.
• Attends and participates in team meetings.
• May be part of a mechanical/construction team on the construction, installation, or repairs to machinery and structures, working with other trades such as machinists, carpenters, electricians, etc.

> Work to be done during manufacturing business hours, which may include an occasional early and/or later shift as needed. Occasional overtime may be required.

> Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is required.

> Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

GED or equivalent education that demonstrates ability to read with comprehension, write, and have basic mathematic skills.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Requires one-year solid experience.
• Skills
  • Basic metal fabrication skills required.
    • Cutting metal, drilling, ability to copy simple existing parts, steel welding, etc.
  • Considerable skill with hand and power tools.
  • Basic knowledge of:
    • Pumps, bearings, seals, pneumatic controls, hydraulics
    • Electrical components
    • Basic computer skills (email, word processing, learn maintenance program).
    • Comprehension of schematics and drawings
  • Considerable knowledge of:
    • Compressed air systems, gaskets, mechanical systems
    • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Must have adequate reading and writing ability to perform duties of job.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
  • Mandatory Training
    • Completion of initial 8-hour Emergency Response & HW (HazWopper) Operations level training is required. Completion of the annual 8-hour HazWopper-Operations Level training is required thereafter. Training description: Emergency communication, alarms and evacuation routes, contingency plan implementation/emergency response procedures, emergency equipment use and inspection, incident response (fire, explosion, soil, and water contamination), and site shut down procedures. Hazardous waste management - handling and storage rules.
    • Must complete Orenco Lock-Out/Tagout certification within 45 days of hire.
    • Must complete forklift certification within 45 days of hire.
    • Must complete Confined Space and Fall protection certification within 45 days of hire.
  • Avoids disruptive behaviors that negatively impact the team.
  • Requires good communication and team building skills.
  • Ability to be flexible and adjust to priority changes with little notice and to remain calm during confrontational or high-pressure situations.
  • Ability to use sound judgement and follow-through in problem-solving and decision-making processes.
  • Must have satisfactory driving record, maintain valid driver's license, and current insurance on personal vehicle if used for business. Must meet company insurability requirements.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:

Bench Grinder

Chop Saw

Computer

Drill Press

Forklift

Grinders/Sanders

Hand Truck

Pallet Jack

Pipe Benders

Pipe Cutters

Pipe Threading Machine

Pneumatic Wrenches

Powered Hand Drills

Punch Press

Vehicle

Wire Welder

Miscellaneous Hand Tools such as: Tape Measure, Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, Hammer/Mallets, Wrenches, Screw Drivers, Levels, Sand Blaster, Reamer, Razor Knife, etc.

Oxy Acetylene Welding & Cutting Equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoor/outdoor production environment involving some exposure to chemicals, styrene, paints, and solvent fumes which are generated during chemical distribution and curing processes. Exposure levels are below standard limits. Respirators are available for use with proper medical certification and training. Some exposure to glare from welding and cutting torch which requires the wearing of personal protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, face shields, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regular job duties include seeing, speaking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, time viewing a computer screen, prolonged periods of standing and walking on concrete floors, kneeling, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, holding, bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, repetitive foot and hand movement with good manual dexterity. Regular job duties require frequent unassisted lifting of up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 70 lbs., lifting over 70 lbs. must be assisted. Occasional operation of a motor vehicle.