Maintenance Mechanic

Austin Canvas and Awning are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. You will be responsible for preventive maintenance and repair on light/medium duty Diesel/Gas Trucks and Construction Equipment. In Addition to repairing and preventive maintenance services on various shop equipment & support infrastructure. All tools are provided to perform work.

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE

Under general direction, performs a variety of tasks necessary to maintain the equipment and structures of Prem Corp, related facilities and performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform regularly scheduled preventive maintenance work on equipment; maintain records of maintenance work done on equipment; disconnect equipment prior to removal.
• Performs corrective maintenance on equipment and process systems such as parts replacement, equipment changes, cleaning of tanks and basins.
• Maintains equipment and structures, including pumps, wet wells, lift stations, which may require confined space entry.
• Inspects, operates, adjusts, calibrates, and repairs water filtration equipment, water well pumps, water storage tanks, water/sewage pumping stations, wastewater pumps, valves, air compressors, meters, equipment control panels, programmable controllers, emergency generators, wastewater facility equipment.
• Reads, maintains, and repairs gauges and meters to ensure the proper operations of water and wastewater systems.
• Performs a variety of plumbing and metal fabrication duties.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems with industrial-type mechanical, electrical, industrial machinery.
• Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
• Hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment; performs a variety of electrical tests, understands, reads, and uses blueprints, ladder diagrams, construction, and mechanical drawings to isolate and correct problems.
• Lubricates and packs pumps; replaces mechanical seals and other worn or damaged parts on pumping equipment.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate manuals and reference guides, records, and logs of operating conditions of equipment and maintenance work performed by entering data on a computer for tracking repairs and maintenance of completed work orders.
• Maintains repairs parts and supply inventory.
• Uses and maintains a variety of hand tools, power tools, electrical testing devices, and hoisting equipment.
• Provides direction to assisting staff, instructing them in proper work procedures and safety precautions.
• Maintains buildings, structures, and general facility grounds at facilities.
• Maintains tools, vehicles, equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe condition.
• Utilizes a computer, to prepare documents, print forms, and use Prem Corps work order system.
• Make recommendations with supporting information that evaluates the cost effectiveness of repair versus replacement.
• Conduct safety inspections on assigned vehicles, company equipment, and facilities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, and regulations.
• Methods and techniques for record keeping.
• Proper English, spelling, and grammar.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment such as pumps, valves, electric motors, electric motor variable speed control panels, gear reduction drives, chain-driven equipment, micro-processor controllers, and other related equipment.

SKILLS IN:

• Inspecting assigned areas for a wide variety of maintenance, repair, and assessing risk issues.
• Recognizing, prioritizing, and accomplishing needed tasks.

Ability to:

• Evaluate existing systems and procedures for improvement.
• Keep up on the maintenance of the fleet of trucks ie: oil changes, tire rotations, etc.
• Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Read, decipher, and understand plans and specifications for infrastructure components and pipelines.
• Negotiate, oversee, and administer minor contracts/purchases.
• Work independently or professionally in a group setting.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Read, interpret, and record data accurately.
• Organize, prioritize, and follow up on work assignments.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Make sound decisions within established guidelines.
• Analyze complex issues, develop, and implement appropriate responses.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Observe safety principles, work in a safe manner, and recognize unsafe conditions including confined spaces.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Use tools necessary to make general repairs and adjustments to motors, pumps, and other equipment.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff and service contractors.
• Perform planned maintenance and emergency work under confined space conditions.
• Climb stairs and ladders.
• Perform janitorial and heavy maintenance work.
• Respond quickly and competently in emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable incumbents with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED and three (3) years of recent, full-time general mechanical or maintenance supervisory experience, which includes experience in the maintenance of pumps, electric motors, electric motor control panels, gear reduction drives, and chain-driven equipment.
• An associate degree or higher in a related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for one (1) year of general mechanical experience.