Mechanical Helper

Brown & Root • Ontario, CA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic Helper assists with maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting mechanical systems and equipment within a papermill facility. The role involves interpreting blueprints, identifying material and tool requirements, and performing work safely and efficiently in accordance with plant standards and safety protocols.

The position includes inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing industrial equipment; performing preventive maintenance; aligning and calibrating components; and fabricating or modifying parts as needed. The helper also maintains maintenance records, completes work orders, and coordinates with operations personnel and other maintenance team members.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or papermill environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to use a wide variety of tools, including wrenches, impact tools, chain hoists, and precision measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals.
• Physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, and walk for long periods; push, pull, lift up to 50 pounds or more, and carry heavy equipment or parts; grasp tools and perform repetitive mechanical movements; and work in heat, noise, and confined spaces, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with welding and basic fabrication techniques.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment manuals to determine job scope and specifications.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair industrial equipment, including pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, fans, and other rotating equipment.
• Dismantle machinery and replace or repair defective parts such as bearings, seals, shafts, gaskets, or motors using hand and power tools.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Align and calibrate machines and mechanical components to required tolerances using precision tools such as dial indicators and laser alignment equipment.
• Fabricate or modify parts as needed using shop tools including welders, grinders, and lathes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders in a timely manner.
• Communicate and coordinate with operations personnel and other maintenance team members.
• Follow all safety guidelines, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed