First Class Maintenance

First Class Maintenance operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, mobile equipment and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions. Ability to operate multiple types of heavy equipment to assist in repairs.

Responsibilities

• Take lead during emergency breakdowns and make necessary repairs to get plant back running as soon and safely as possible.
• Take lead on major shutdowns. Direct helpers to accomplish necessary tasks to complete job.

• Assist maintenance supervisors in planning of major jobs.

• Analyze test results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators in order to diagnose equipment problems.
• Clean, lubricate, and adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
• Disassemble machinery and equipment to remove parts and make repairs.
• Examine parts for defects such as breakage and excessive wear.
• Observe and test the operation of machinery and equipment in order to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters and other testing devices.
• Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
• Assist plant operations and other maintenance personnel as required.
• Ability and willingness to progress thru Maintenance grades up to Repairman First Class.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma and GED Required.
• Must possess a valid NJ driver's license.
• Pass a mechanical basic skills test.
• High level of safety and quality.
• Ability to troubleshoot all plant equipment without supervision.
• Train other mechanics on skills needed to progress to Repairman First Class.
• Ability to fabricate from drawings or replacement of existing equipment.
• Ability to multi-task at a fast-pace (at times), work in outside conditions during all seasons, climb multi-levels by stairs & ladders, work from elevated platforms, use hand tools (shovel, hammer, wrenches, etc.)
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) Knowledge - Preferred.
• Forklift experience - Preferred.
• Computer Software - Preferred.
• Warehouse experience - Preferred.

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