06/12/2019
1. Position
Mechanic
*FLSA Classification(s): Non-Exempt/Hourly
2. Job Summary
*The Mechanic performs mechanical maintenance on all plant equipment
3. Immediate Supervisor
*This position reports directly to the Maintenance Shift Supervisor
4. Performance Standards
*Complying with policies and procedures.
*Interacting with other employees, suppliers, and customers in a courteous and professional manner.
*Communicating work progress and significant issues to the immediate supervisor
5. Responsibilities
*Works with mechanical repair personnel, operating personnel, and other maintenance personnel to analyze problems and to reduce operating downtime.
*Works closely with operating personnel in the solution of problems or in the improvement of operating equipment.
*Maintains adequate mechanical supplies, equipment, and tools.
*Troubleshoot screw compressors, cooling towers, and hydraulic and pneumatic pumps.
*Evaluate tool drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing with original specifications for form and function using engineering skills.
*Submits reports concerning the condition of equipment and need for repairs or replacement.
*Instructs mechanical repair personnel and other personnel on hazards and mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic safety procedures.
*Reports unsolved problems or changes in equipment or method of operation to the Maintenance Supervisor.
*Attends schools, classes, meetings or seminars recommended by or scheduled by management.
*Repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment throughout the plant.
*Performs preventative maintenance to all mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment throughout the plant.
*Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate proposals for improving equipment performance.
*Review project instructions and specifications to identify, modify and plan requirements fabrication, assembly, and testing.
*Assists in size changes where required or requested by operating management.
*Understands and follows company rules and regulations concerning conduct.
*Accepts additional responsibility and assignments from management which may not be specifically listed in the job description for this position.
*Repair mechanical equipment throughout the plant.
*Maintain adequate mechanical supplies, equipment, and tools.
*Submit reports concerning the condition of equipment if repairs or replacement are needed
*Instruct mechanical repair personnel and other personnel on hazards and mechanical safety procedures.
*Report unsolved problems or changes in equipment or method of operation to the Supervisor.
*Perform preventative maintenance to all mechanical equipment throughout the plant.
*Responsible for completing any assignments given by Supervisor, even those assignments not specifically listed in this job description
6. Qualifications
*High School Graduate (GED Accepted)
*Trade School or Industrial Apprenticeship in mechanical or hydraulic trades.
*At least three (3) years experience as an apprentice or trainee mechanical repairmen (mechanic), hydraulic repairman or mechanical repairman helper.
*Knowledge in repairing and maintaining diesel machinery required.
7. Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration.