Maintenance Mechanic I (Precast)

NWPX Infrastructure•Washington, UT

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs mechanical maintenance and preventive maintenance on plant equipment. Diagnoses and repairs gas, diesel, and heavy equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and general plant equipment. Coordinates with maintenance personnel and production crews as needed and works on special projects with a Maintenance Mechanic and/or Plant Manager. The role includes fabricating new equipment, modifying existing equipment as processes change, maintaining powered equipment such as forklifts and manlifts, troubleshooting and maintaining machinery, performing inspections of fire and water systems and cranes, and carrying out general facility maintenance. Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is necessary. Work hours vary or change based on operational needs, and overtime may be required. Project timelines and work volume may require work outside standard hours, including evenings or weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, or electronics.
Experience working on diesel engines and equipment, including motors and forklifts.
Ability to read blueprints.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, including reading instructions and parts manuals.
Ability to operate hand tools, mobile and stationary plant equipment, and a drill press.
Ability to meet the physical demands of medium work, including occasionally exerting up to 50 pounds of force, frequently up to 20 pounds, and constantly up to 10 pounds.
Ability to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

Additional technical education and/or training is preferred.
One to three years of production manufacturing maintenance support is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

Fabricate new equipment and modify existing equipment as needed.
Maintain powered equipment, including forklifts and manlifts.
Work with other mechanics to repair equipment.
Perform general maintenance duties throughout the facility.
Help maintain safety, environmental, and other equipment and programs as needed.
Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain machinery.
Perform preventive maintenance on machinery.
Inspect fire systems, water systems, and cranes.
Design and build equipment for various processes.
Modify equipment as processes change.
Work with the Plant Manager on projects.
Coordinate with maintenance personnel and production crews as needed.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.