Maintenance Mechanic

Synagro•New Haven, CT

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times. What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer: 15 days paid time off 10 Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire) Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire) Career growth and promotional opportunities Tuition Reimbursement JOB SUMMARY Perform all phases of mechanical maintenance throughout the plant, safely and effectively. Meet all company, state and local regulations/policies.

Requirements

Ability to weld, fit pipe, rebuild equipment, use equipment tools, set and align rotating equipment
Working knowledge of all shop equipment and hand tools including but not limited to drill press, grinder, and band saw
Possess mechanical knowledge in order to identify and correct mechanical malfunctions
Knowledge of cutting and rigging techniques
Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, instruction sheets, technical data, work orders and mechanical drawings in English
Ability to work varying shifts, weekends, holidays, on call duty and emergency call-ins
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
Ability to understand and follow instructions given, either verbally or written
Ability to do basic reading, writing, and arithmetic
Thorough knowledge and understanding of occupational hazards connected with machine shop and general plant practices with emphasis on the necessity of safety policy compliance
Ability to operate powered equipment in a safe and efficient manner including but not limited to industrial forklifts and manlifts
Ability to operate hand and powered tools in a safe and efficient manner while on ground surface as well as at heights
Ability to ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations
Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) with strong mechanical aptitude required

Nice To Haves

experience with computerized maintenance programs (MP2) or similar PM system preferred

Responsibilities

Perform preventative, corrective and emergency mechanical maintenance on all equipment throughout the plant under the direction of the Operations Manager such as welding, piping and rebuild equipment
Conduct predictive analysis of all systems and equipment
Identify, troubleshoot and repair mechanical malfunctions throughout the plant which includes documenting problem and resolution as well as reporting all problems and resolutions of mechanical malfunctions to the Operations Manager
Perform fire guard duty as well as confined space watch
Participate and complete training programs within the time frame allotted
Observe contract workers when necessary
Maintain work tools and ensure work tools are put in appropriate secure place after using
Enforce and maintain standard safety procedure