Maintenance Mechanic

SYRAH TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Vidalia, LA

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About The Position

Reporting to the Company’s Maintenance Superintendent, an exciting opportunity exists for a Maintenance Mechanic to join the Syrah team based in Vidalia, Louisiana. This role is responsible for mechanical plant maintenance activities undertaken in a safe and efficient manner in line with the approved schedule / strategy and to ensure all issues, hazards and incidents are reported to supervision in a timely manner.

Requirements

Ability to pass a pre-employment medical assessment.
Must have positive "can-do" attitude.
Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings, and service manuals with ability to work with basic math.
Ability to use a variety of hand tools, machine tools, and precision measuring instruments.
Demonstrated ability to work safely and follow safety procedures and regulations.
Demonstrated ability to act in a self-directed manner with no immediate supervision.
Basic computer literacy.
Ability to work in a team environment and share information as required.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. multiple times daily unassisted, 75 lbs assisted, and push or pull 100 lbs. assisted; must be able to stand/walk for extended periods.
Must be willing to work inside and outside as required.

Nice To Haves

5+ years experience working with rotating equipment preferred.
Certifications from trade schools and/or professional organizations are preferred.

Responsibilities

Comply with the Company’s Environmental & Social Monitoring Program and Health & Safety Management Plan requirements at all times.
Report all hazards, incidents and near misses in line with Company policies and procedures.
Continually monitor the plant environment to ensure the safety of yourself and other workers.
Any other duties as reasonably directed by the Supervisor.
Contribute to pre-start and toolbox sessions as required.
Contribute to the development of SWI’s as required.
Review SWI’s on a daily basis prior to undertaking a task and follow accordingly.
Work with forklifts and similar equipment as required.
Enter and work within confined spaces and work safely at heights as required.
Report all maintenance issues to Shift Supervisor as soon as practicable to rectify in a timely manner.
Actively pursue mechanic related training opportunities in line with defined rotating equipment mechanic competencies.
Create and maintain a high standard of plant, workshop and site housekeeping.
Troubleshoot, disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble a variety of rotating equipment including centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps, diaphragm and metering pumps, gear reducers, blowers (both vacuum and pressure), mechanical seals, and related rotating other types of equipment.
Proficient with assembly drawings and parts lists for mechanical equipment.
Proficient with the use of dial micrometers, Veneer calipers, inside micrometers, precision scale and other precision measurement equipment that are used in mechanical equipment repairs.
Able to read and interpret mechanical assembly drawings.
Familiar with mechanical seals and their components and flush plans.
Able to install tubing and compression fitting systems.
Proficient with torquing and understand the purpose for this practice.
Ability to read and generate teardown/repair reports.
Install equipment using manufacturer specifications ensuring proper alignment balance and tolerances.
Read and understand an IOM manual and SDS sheets.