Industrial Shift Mechanic

Weyerhaeuser • Buckhannon, WV

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Weyerhaeuser's engineered lumber facility in Buckhannon, WV has the opportunity for skilled Industrial Mechanics with a thorough comprehensive knowledge of mechanical equipment, processes, and techniques to safely repair, modify, install, and maintain the facility and high-tech lumber manufacturing equipment, to join our Team. NOTE: Starting pay is up to $30/hr

Requirements

• All Applicants must have a high school education or GED from an accredited institution
• Stable employment history with a minimum of five (5) years' experience in Industrial Mechanical work
• Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, to include weekends and holidays as operating conditions require
• Must be willing and able to perform the essential physical functions of the position such as but not limited to; the ability to climb stairs and ladders, navigate catwalks, lifting / pushing (50lbs), stooping, and bending, and use aerial work platforms, fork trucks and manlifts at all heights and locations in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work in elevated/low temperatures (heat and cold) throughout the plant for the assigned shift
• Must be willing and able to fit test and wear a respirator, as required
• A personal and total commitment to observe all safety rules and regulations
• Basic Computer knowledge and experience is required
• Knowledge of and Experience with: Metal fabrication, basic principles of cylinder repair, machinery lubrication, precision installation and alignment practices of bearings, couplings, belts, sprockets, and chain drive systems
• Ability to repair and troubleshoot issues with mechanically powered equipment, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to perform a welding and precision alignment presentation
• Good working knowledge of basic industrial electricity issues and controls
• Ability to pass a pre-employment examination, drug test and background check

Nice To Haves

• Vocational or technical school certificate, Military training, and experience as they relate
• Past employment experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with SAP or other Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Experience in using precision alignment tools and practices
• Knowledge of fire protection systems
• Air compressor maintenance experience
• Ability to comprehend blueprints
• Highly motivated with the ability to learn and adapt

Responsibilities

• Machinery lubrication & other preventative maintenance assignments
• Troubleshooting and repairing mechanically powered equipment
• Bearing, shaft, coupling, belt, sprocket, and chain drive system installations and alignment
• Troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic and hydraulic systems with basic principles of cylinder repair
• Metal fabrication
• Some troubleshooting and exposure to industrial electricity and controls

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED