Facilities Operator - Maintenance

Yara International•Stockton, CA

12d•$31 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Yara North America Stockton Dry Terminal is located in Stockton California, It provides direct deep water access to imported fertilizer for local markets. The 80,000 MT warehouse and terminal is located on the San Joaquin River approximately 90 miles upriver from the San Francisco Bay and employs 14 full time employees. The Facilities Operator - Maintenance performs and oversees all general maintenance duties to all warehouse buildings, equipment and rolling stock, as directed by the Facilities Manager. The position holder will possess general maintenance skills and competencies in mechanical, pneumatics, instrumentational and welding work. The Facilities Operator - Maintenance is responsible for maintaining the terminal and all equipment in a safe and efficient working manner as well as set up and maintain maintenance schedules, daily, weekly and monthly.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience
Welding Experience
Strong mechanical / instrumentation skills, being familiar with conveyor systems and hydraulic pneumatic systems
Eligible for First aid, CPR and AED certification
Eligible for Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC)
Safety oriented
Willingness to work in and contribute to a diverse team
Detail oriented
Solid organizational skills
Solid process orientation
Good computer skills
Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident

Nice To Haves

Electrical experience preferred (certification a plus)
CMMS Program experience preferred
Understanding of 5s & Lean Methodologies preferred (certification a plus)

Responsibilities

Perform routine and general maintenance procedures to all terminal assets.
Develop and implement a proactive preventive maintenance program for terminal.
Constantly monitor product flow channels throughout the terminal to ensure minimal product buildup on and in all equipment, including conveyors, hoppers, elevators.
Assist, as directed, in vessel discharges, including the monitoring of inbound product into the storage bins and the proper positioning of overhead tripping equipment.
Make every effort to minimize product degradation through the proper operation of the terminal equipment.
Participate in all mandated safety training and exercises.
Train colleagues in terminal maintenance duties; become proficient in the operation of warehouse Front End Payloaders, Forklifts, Yard Truck, Aerial Lift, Scrubbers and all other Mobile Equipment.
Develop a good understanding of the Yara Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Develop a thorough working knowledge of the bagging room, control room and attendant duties in order to function as the backup operator.
Maintain the rolling stock and all other warehouse equipment in a clean, safe and efficient manner at all times.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Terminal Manager, including cross training with other members of the terminal staff and assistance with vessel discharges.