Maintenance Tech - Mechanical I

Novolex • Burley, ID

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Novolex is hiring a Maintenance Tech - Mechanical I in Burley, Idaho. The role diagnoses and repairs production and related plant equipment with minimal supervision, using schematics, manuals, and drawings. The technician troubleshoots electro-mechanical and electrical problems, supports preventative maintenance, identifies faulty parts and requisitions replacements, and follows store-room procedures for spare parts.

The position also involves working with machine-shop equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical devices, welding, plumbing, and basic electrical systems, including three-phase systems. The technician reads schematics and prints, maintains records and established procedures, helps maintain a clean and safe work environment, and may lead coworkers on assigned tasks. Additional shift-specific duties and other duties may be assigned by the maintenance supervisor.

The position pays a starting rate of $28.09 per hour and has an available shift from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A four-year technical degree, or at least 5–8 years of relevant experience, or a similar combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Welding skills.
• Ability to perform plumbing using copper, PVC, and iron pipe.
• Understanding of basic electrical systems, including three-phase systems, and ability to use handheld test equipment.
• Ability to read and use precision instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Speaking and presentation skills to conduct effective meetings.
• Team-oriented approach and leadership qualities.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a vocational technical or trade school curriculum from an authorized school, concentrated in electro-mechanical courses.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faulty production and related plant equipment with minimal supervision, using provided schematics, manuals, and drawings.
• Diagnose and repair electro-mechanical problems and troubleshoot electrical problems.
• Apply a strong understanding of preventative maintenance strategies.
• Identify faulty parts and submit requisitions using proper part nomenclature so spares or replacements can be ordered.
• Know the location of spare parts and follow store-room withdrawal and return procedures.
• Work with machine-shop equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and rebuild mechanical devices.
• Read schematics and prints.
• Perform welding and plumbing using copper, PVC, and iron pipe.
• Work with basic electrical systems, including three-phase systems, using handheld test equipment.
• Lead coworkers in assigned tasks as needed and work as part of a team.
• Maintain necessary records and follow established maintenance procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Perform additional shift-specific duties assigned by the maintenance supervisor and other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Training and development opportunities, including skills development, advanced education programs, and company and industry training.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for non-union employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED