Maintenance Mechanic (Diesel, Heavy Equipment)

CGB Enterprises, Inc.•Convent, LA

1d•$19 - $30

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic is primarily responsible for maintaining, servicing, and inspecting facility rolling stock. The role performs mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs and maintenance on mobile equipment. Depending on facility needs, the employee may also perform other highly skilled maintenance tasks such as electrical work, fabrication, welding, cutting, blueprint reading, and carpentry. The position requires participation in the company Safety Program, compliance with OSHA, company safety and environmental regulations, and use of required personal protective equipment. The employee inspects equipment, carries out preventive maintenance, troubleshoots issues, maintains task-related inventory, completes documentation, and keeps work areas clean. Work may involve outdoor and indoor environments, extreme weather, high dust levels, confined spaces, heights, and, at the Convent, Louisiana location, barge surfaces near deep water. Some facilities may require 5%–20% travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent experience.
Intermediate to advanced understanding of mechanical maintenance and knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Basic computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with people at all levels inside and outside the organization.
Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to accept and follow directions.
Ability to apply common sense and logical thought to interpret oral and written communications and recommend solutions to mechanical problems.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lift, push, or pull 45 pounds occasionally and push or pull up to 100 pounds frequently, where applicable.
Ability to climb, bend, and twist occasionally; stand and walk frequently; and grasp and reach frequently.
Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over a two-way radio, and to understand and communicate written instructions.
Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions, climb stairs and ladders to significant heights, work in confined spaces, and work in high-dust environments.
Ability to meet PFT and fit-testing requirements, when applicable, and to meet requirements for and use applicable PPE.
Ability to distinguish differences or similarities in odor intensity or quality and recognize particular odors.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and/or alternate shifts as needed.
At the Convent, Louisiana location, ability to walk safely on barge surfaces and work around deep water, and to open silo bin doors and rail car hoppers.
Ability to use near, far, and peripheral vision and depth perception for assigned tasks; may need to identify problems with grain.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.
Mechanical Maintenance Certificate.

Responsibilities

Participate in the company Safety Program and attend daily pre-shift meetings.
Perform duties in compliance with OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations, including wearing appropriate PPE.
Conduct daily facility and equipment walk-throughs and prioritize work based on facility needs and supervisor input.
Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance according to manufacturer recommendations and company policies.
Troubleshoot equipment problems and repair or replace defective parts, or request assistance as needed.
Maintain inventory needed to complete routine tasks and maintenance.
Complete documentation accurately, legibly, and on time.
Perform housekeeping and clean work areas.
Apply industry standards and research information to support regulatory compliance.
Perform mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs and maintenance on mobile equipment.
Perform additional highly skilled maintenance tasks when applicable, including electrical work, fabrication, welding, cutting, blueprint reading, and carpentry.
Perform other duties as assigned.