Industrial Mechanic I

SeAH Steel USA•Houston, TX

5d•$24 - $26

About The Position

The Industrial Mechanic I makes structurally sound welding repairs to plant equipment, miscellaneous parts, and structural components, and performs projects requiring fabrication skills. The role also handles minor repairs and general maintenance of mobile equipment, including loaders, forklifts, and other yard vehicles. The mechanic works closely with the Industrial Mechanic II to maintain machinery and mechanical equipment used in pipe manufacturing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–2 years of experience.
Ability to read operating and maintenance instructions, procedure and equipment manuals, and electrical and mechanical schematic drawings.
Proficiency with oxy/fuel cutting torches and related cutting tools, as well as SMAW (Stick), MIG (Wire), and Flux Core welding processes, in both field and shop environments.
Fabrication ability, including laying out work and accurately calculating measurements for projects and repairs.
Ability to read welding schematics and work from blueprints.
Ability to weld in all positions and work with metals and alloys in various forms, including pipes, structural forms, plates, sheet metal, and bar stock.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to work a flexible or rotating schedule, including overtime when needed.
Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly and effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and work in a team environment.
Understanding of applicable plant safety rules and regulations and ability to ensure they are followed.
Ability to lift 25/50 pounds regularly.
Ability to respond quickly to sounds, move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces, and see and respond to dangerous situations.
Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
Ability to work in loud, hot environments and extreme weather while wearing required PPE.
Corrected vision of 20/20 and ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

Welding or mechanical maintenance certification or technical degree.
Knowledge of general manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery.
Knowledge of word processing software.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain manufacturing equipment using welding and power tools.
Install, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, and modify equipment and machinery as needed.
Assist other mechanics and electricians.
Routinely check mechanical equipment performance.
Maintain company vehicles, loaders, and forklifts.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), PPE policies, and safety rules.
Maintain maintenance records and inspection reports, and process work orders.
Keep the work area clean and safe.
Make equipment repairs during the shift to maintain availability for production.
Participate in production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers to support equipment reliability and availability.
Complete daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual check sheets established by the Maintenance Department and OEM suppliers.
Work on welding and fabrication projects.
Attend Line-Out meetings to communicate activities between incoming and outgoing maintenance shift crews.
Complete maintenance shift reports and related paperwork.
Communicate daily with Loader Operators about the general condition of mobile equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.