Maintenance Mechanic - 1909430

PLANT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

Employees in this job perform the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical

equipment and systems. This plant uses processes covered under Process Safety Management

(PSM) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards and regulations. Equipment types are

pumps, hydraulic systems, pressure vessels, process reactors, blending vessels, holding tanks,

vacuum systems, condensers, complex piping systems, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air

compressors, air driers, filters, conveyors, drive systems, and others. Good experience in pump

rebuilds and mechanical seal installation and adjustment is necessary.

JOB DUTIES

Able to perform and understand corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance

procedures.

Requisitions supplies, materials, and tools as required by team lead or manager.

Basic troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Records results, reports, and completes work orders relative to maintenance process and

assigned work.

Maintenance and lubrication of pumping systems.

Perform pre job safety analysis to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.

Understanding of Process Safety Management and associated mechanical integrity

principles.

Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) relating to maintenance work.

Inspects buildings in order to determine maintenance needs by visual observation, gages,

meters, and other test devices.

Operates machines and other equipment to observe operation and diagnose malfunctions

or to test repaired equipment.

Studies blueprints and diagrams in order to troubleshoot problems and accomplish tasks.

Performs other related work as assigned.

Availability to work shift schedule.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of the standard methods, principles, practices, tools, and

equipment of the maintenance trades.

Considerable knowledge of electric motors, generators, pumps, pressure systems, water

systems, HVAC and other equipment and systems of the maintenance trades.

Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of

mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Considerable knowledge of the principles of mechanical equipment design and

fabrication.

Basic knowledge of the principles of industrial electricity and electro-mechanical

systems.

Working Conditions

Some jobs require an employee to work in an environment that involves exposure to heat,

humidity, unpleasant and noxious fumes and odors.

Some jobs require an employee to be exposed to inclement weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

The job duties require an employee to bend, reach, stoop, stand and/or walk for extended

periods.

The job duties require an employee to lift and/or move heavy objects up to 50 lbs.

The job may require climbing steps up to and including 500 ft.

Education

Education typically acquired through completion of high school.

2-year technical school degree is desirable

3-5 years of on-the-job (validated) performance can be used as 2-year technical

equivalent.

Experience

Five years of experience equivalent to a Maintenance Mechanic, Pump Mechanic, or

Refrigeration Mechanic.

Two years experience as an industrial electrician is desirable.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

NCCER certified plus or equivalent certification as Millwright, Maintenance Mechanic,

Electrician, or other skilled trade desirable.

NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required

knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.