Multi-Craft Mechanic

AvanSix•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Multi-Craft Mechanic works five (5) eight (8) hour shifts however conditions in production can change rapidly and may require adjusting to schedule changes or respond to emergency call-ins on other needs in a plant that operates on a 24/7 basis. Duties and Responsibilities: Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing: Pumps, compressors, turbines, blowers, fans, and gearboxes Shafts, bearings, seals, packing Couplings, clutches, and brakes Lubrication and hydraulic systems Piping systems and associated components Performing equipment balancing and laser alignments Calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments Measuring, examining, and testing completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers Selecting the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work Performing and documenting predictive and preventive maintenance work Rig and lifting equipment as needed Using shop machining tools Participating in plant safety programs and maintaining a knowledge and understanding of Process Safety Management, OSHA requirements Supporting job repair plan development and equipment parts identification Suggesting and driving the implementation of continuous improvement ideas Able to work safely with hazardous materials

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
Substantial understanding of general aspects of maintenance and rotating equipment repair
Completion of a formalized Mechanical Maintenance Training Program or minimum of 4 years maintenance experience as a multi-craft mechanic in a chemical plant, refinery, or similar industrial facility

Nice To Haves

Ability to cross-train crafts to become proficient in pipefitting and welding
Field experience in repairing typical process plant fixed and rotating equipment
Knowledge of tools and methods necessary to troubleshoot and maintain industrial production equipment
Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in working with high-speed machinery
Knowledge of mechanical fits and tolerances
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and ability to comply with OSHA procedures
Knowledge of lock-out / tag-out and work permitting processes preferred
Ability to operate and maintain grinding equipment
Ability to perform basic math computations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action within an industrial setting
Self-motivated and able to work in a team environment
Possess a strong work ethic and initiative to learn processes
Successful candidates are responsible for providing their own tools on job start date
Must be willing and able to work overtime to continually support 24/7 plant operations
Ability to lift and move objects that weigh up to 50 lbs.
Ability to climb ladders and work at heights greater than 50ft
Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)
Ability to perform work in PPE for extended periods of time
Ability to enter and work in confined spaces

Responsibilities

Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing: Pumps, compressors, turbines, blowers, fans, and gearboxes
Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing: Shafts, bearings, seals, packing
Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing: Couplings, clutches, and brakes
Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing: Lubrication and hydraulic systems
Installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing: Piping systems and associated components
Performing equipment balancing and laser alignments
Calculating dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments
Measuring, examining, and testing completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers
Selecting the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
Performing and documenting predictive and preventive maintenance work
Rig and lifting equipment as needed
Using shop machining tools
Participating in plant safety programs and maintaining a knowledge and understanding of Process Safety Management, OSHA requirements
Supporting job repair plan development and equipment parts identification
Suggesting and driving the implementation of continuous improvement ideas
Able to work safely with hazardous materials