Maintenance Mechanic

United Scrap Metal•St. Louis, MO

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on equipment, processing machinery as well as to the general facility. Reports to the Maintenance and Facilities Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
3 or more years work experience in a similar role in a similar industry, with a strong mechanical background
Must possess basic reading and writing skills in English; ability to understand detailed instructions and repair manuals in English
Must work effectively independently, with others and as part of a team
Must be skilled at welding, electrical work, and hydraulics
Must have technical understanding and attention to detail
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and be available on call for urgent matters
Must own basic set of tools to be used on site
Must have the ability to perform the physical tasks of the job such as working in elevated and difficult positions as well as frequent bending, walking, standing, and lifting (50-75 lbs.)
Candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background and credit check
Able to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements as determined by the manager and / or business needs of the operation
Basic on-the-job training that satisfies the Primary Objectives of the specific position (as noted above)
US-SOP-01 United in Safety Manual
US-F11 QEH&S Policy
US-SOP-03 Team Member Handbook

Nice To Haves

Possessing skills and a basic understanding of the recycling industry and related equipment a plus
Bilingual Spanish not required, but a plus

Responsibilities

Performs preventive maintenance procedures on a variety of scrap processing equipment
Ensures proper preventive maintenance procedures are followed and executed while maintaining equipment and facilities in good working order
Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests
Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information
Performs open jobs and uses resources in order to achieve cost effective results
Reviews records of scheduled maintenance activities and records work performed and materials used
Facilitates a safe work environment by taking corrective action per monthly facility safety inspections
Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications and establishing personal networks
Performs work per company goals, manager’s priorities and / or documented procedures
Must possess skills to repair the following brand of equipment: Toyota & Komatsu forklifts, Caterpillar skid loaders, Sennebogen & Liebherr excavators, Harris Baler, belt & bucket conveyors, shears, and industrial metal processing equipment
Operates industrial powered lift truck as required
Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job and company objectives
Demonstrates understanding of company policies, rules and trainings
Other duties as assigned