Maintenance Mechanic

Alter Trading•South Beloit, IL

35d

About The Position

Actively promote plant safety programs and procedures that follow company and regulatory requirements, striving for continuous improvement in all areas of responsibility. Oversee all maintenance and preventative maintenance programs, including troubleshooting and repair, and perform hands-on maintenance work. Direct the team engaged in the maintenance and repair of plant equipment, machinery and facilities, electronic and electrical repair, maintenance of building, repair of material handling equipment such as cranes and hoist and all other associated or related equipment. Provide mechanical expertise to reduce equipment downtime. Maintain appropriate documentation and records as needed to properly track and maintain equipment status. Communicate successfully with the team to ensure department and facility manager are informed on equipment availability. Performs other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

5+ years in a similar maintenance environment
High school diploma or GED required.
Must have experience troubleshooting low voltage circuitry - 24 volt; 12 volt; or 10 volt.
Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills required. Timely follow up is critical in this position. Communications must be detailed, respectful and constructive.
Ability to lift a minimum of 30-50 pounds.
Ability to utilize Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel to communicate and track information.
Candidates must possess a valid driver s license.
Willingness to work outside

Nice To Haves

Diesel power over hydraulic experience
Two-year AAS (technical degree) and/or technical certification in welding, hydraulics, electrical systems or industrial mechanics
Ability to do welding and fabricating work
Familiarity with heavy mobile equipment such as forklifts, loaders, and material separators

Responsibilities

Actively promote plant safety programs and procedures that follow company and regulatory requirements
Oversee all maintenance and preventative maintenance programs, including troubleshooting and repair, and perform hands-on maintenance work
Direct the team engaged in the maintenance and repair of plant equipment, machinery and facilities, electronic and electrical repair, maintenance of building, repair of material handling equipment such as cranes and hoist and all other associated or related equipment
Provide mechanical expertise to reduce equipment downtime
Maintain appropriate documentation and records as needed to properly track and maintain equipment status
Communicate successfully with the team to ensure department and facility manager are informed on equipment availability
Performs other Duties as assigned