Mechanical Foreman

IMTT•Geismar, LA

31d

About The Position

The Mechanical Foreman is responsible for guiding and directing mechanical maintenance technicians on daily activities. Interface with outside contractors on equipment repairs and request for information resolution. Communicate effectively with internal customers and outside service provides/suppliers. Provide maintenance services to internal customers. Execute site preventative maintenance activities. Support capital construction and commissioning activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Vocational training in Mechanics
Basic knowledge of pumps, air compressors and dryer, and vehicle and equipment repair
10 or more years of experience as a craftsman in an industrial maintenance setting.
10 or more years of supervisory experience in an industrial maintenance setting – chemical manufacturing and/or chemical logistics terminal preferred.
At least five years of experience in mechanical maintenance or construction related activities in an industrial setting. This requirement can be waived by IMTT depending on educational background and/or other occupational experience.
General experience in an industrial chemical manufacturing/handling maintenance setting.
Valid Driver’s License
TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to IMTT’s terminal locations.
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
Ability to understand written and verbal communication in the English language.
Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
Ability to work closely with others with a positive attitude and a willingness to help others.
Ability to represent IMTT in a professional and positive manner.
Ability to manage numerous projects in a frequently changing work environment
Compliance with all Company policies and procedures.
Ability to interact with vendors, service providers, and employees in a professional and courteous manner.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Supervisory and management skills.
Ability to learn and adapt in a growing and changing environment
Teamwork, responsibility, trustworthiness, problem solving
Leadership
Self-directed work
Excellent verbal, writing, math, and organizational skills
Computer literate – Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.

Responsibilities

Supervision of Mechanics
Purchase material
Estimate small projects
Complete work orders
Plan, execute and record periodic maintenance and repair on terminal mechanical equipment in computerized maintenance program.
Monitor and ensure PM schedule compliance.
Assign daily job duties to Mechanical Technicians.
Perform hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair on terminal equipment.
Assist with interface to CAPEX projects as needed.
Evaluate Mechanical Technician performance to ensure safe and quality work.
Assist the Operations and Drumming Departments as required.
Coordinates with other Maintenance Technicians and other Departments
Capable of participating in the terminal emergency response organization and wearing an SCBA and other chemical PPE.
Wear appropriate PPE for required task, and safely perform job duties.
Provide after-hours and weekend support on a routine call rotation and occasionally as job duties demand
Drive a company vehicle.