Sr Mechanical Technician

BENTELER•Shreveport, LA

26d

About The Position

The Sr Mechanical Technician supervises and coordinates a maintenance shift team responsible for maintaining Steelmaking machinery and ensuring operational equipment availability. The role works closely with operations shift leaders to identify equipment malfunctions and schedule repairs, and serves as a liaison between maintenance and operations. It also supports employee training, compliance with policies and procedures, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement and standardization of maintenance programs. The position is permanent, full-time, and has a 40-hour workweek. A rotating shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays is required.

Requirements

Basic SAP and general computer knowledge.
Familiarity with standard concepts and practices of predictive and preventative maintenance.
Advanced knowledge of pumps, hydraulics troubleshooting, pneumatics, valves, cutting, welding, and rigging.
Strong safety awareness and experience.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Ability to organize and explain technical information clearly.
Detail orientation and demonstrated problem-identification and resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to achieve results through people, technology, and process.
Ability to work in a team-oriented atmosphere.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and management.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of prior experience as a shift supervisor or in an equivalent role.
Basic understanding of data acquisition systems such as IBA.

Responsibilities

Supervise, plan, direct, and coordinate the work activities of the maintenance shift team.
Communicate regularly with operations shift leaders to identify equipment malfunctions and schedule repair downtime.
Apply technical knowledge and skills to maintain Steelmaking machinery.
Set up repairs needed to ensure operational equipment availability.
Ensure compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
Maintain and update training materials and ensure ongoing training for assigned employees.
Align team goals with the company's overall directives.
Act as liaison between the maintenance and operations teams.
Foster cooperation within and between departments.
Promote continuous improvement and standardization of maintenance programs and procedures.
Ensure preventative maintenance is performed on time and equipment is maintained according to specifications.
Work closely with all employees as part of a team.
Maintain organization in assigned maintenance work areas and ensure employees work efficiently.
Set a positive example for other employees.