Mechanic I, AGG

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Responsibilities will include performing installation, maintenance and repair of aggregate crushing plants or ready-mix concrete batch plants within the company. Maximize plant availability with efficient and proactive preventative maintenance programs. Increasing responsibilities per job grade as indicated below.

Functional Responsibilities

Ø Exhibit a strong work ethic with the ability to take direction and work in a team setting and independently.

Ø Adhere to Permian Basin Materials Code of Conduct and company policies.

Ø Diagnose problems and perform mechanical repair and maintenance to stationary and mobile production machinery including but not limited to aggregate plants, batch plants, material crushers, motors, conveyors, elevators and drives.

Ø Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.

Ø Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating and failure analysis.

Ø Troubleshoot and repair problems related to the equipment and its components.

Ø Perform all maintenance operations in accordance with technical specifications and safety regulations.

Ø Create work orders on repairs and services providing legible and accurate information. Input daily repair information in maintenance database.

Ø Periodically inspect plant equipment and complete equipment inspection and reports.

Ø Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufactures specifications.

Ø Operate and inspect plant equipment in order to diagnose defects.

Ø Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment.

Ø Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.

Ø Schedule maintenance for plant equipment and keep service records.

Ø Read and understand operating manuals.

Ø Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.

Ø Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.

Ø Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mechanical equipment.

Ø Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.

Ø Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.

Ø Rebuild or fabricate parts.

Ø Comply with all environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and requirements.

Ø Keep work area and all tools, vehicles, and equipment neat, clean, and in good repair, clean work area at the end of every shift.

Ø Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Competences:

Ø Computer skills required to input, organize and generate analysis and reports, using company office and maintenance software programs and systems.

Ø Analytical skills to identify and solve mechanical problems.

Ø Sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to products and equipment.

Ø Must have the ability to read technical manuals and understand schematic diagrams.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS 

Ø A High School Diploma or equivalent.

Ø Training from an accredited technical school preferred

Ø Completion of an approved apprentice program, and certification or registration as a skilled trades journeyman by a recognized state agency or institution, preferred.

Ø Apprentice – less than 2 years of experience; qualified to perform preventative maintenance and repairs.

Ø Mechanic I – 2 years of experience; has obtained 1 to 3 relevant certifications related to the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment; performs minor repairs independently and complicated repairs under supervision.

Ø Mechanic II – 2 – 5 years of experience; has obtained 4 or more relevant certifications and/or is qualified to perform significant repairs independently.

Ø Structural Welding and/or electrical experience preferred.