About this role
1) Purpose of Role
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment and fixed plant systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Perform mechanical and hydraulic repairs, preventive maintenance, welding, and fabrication in accordance with company safety standards, site procedures, and manufacturer recommendations.
2) Scope & Decision Rights
Perform equipment diagnostics, mechanical and hydraulic repairs, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting with limited supervision. Identify equipment deficiencies, recommend corrective actions, and complete repairs to minimize downtime. Perform welding, fabrication, precision alignment, and maintenance activities in challenging industrial environments, including underground locations and elevated work areas.
3) Essential Duties and Standards
Owns:
- Equipment inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs.
- Preventive maintenance in accordance with schedules and OEM recommendations.
- Hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance and repairs.
- Welding, cutting, fabrication, and component replacement.
- Lubrication, equipment alignment, and mechanical adjustments.
- Accurate CMMS work order documentation, completion, and closeout.
- Compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
Supports:
- Rigging, lifting, and controlled equipment movement under qualified supervision.
- Root-cause analysis and troubleshooting with supervisors and equipment manufacturers.
- Identification, staging, and organization of replacement parts and materials.
- Mechanical installations and field modifications.
- Training and mentoring Mechanic/Millwright Level 1 employees.
- Coordination with operations and maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime.
Recommends/Prepares:
- Follow-up repairs, component replacements, and corrective maintenance.
- Improvements to lubrication practices, equipment alignment, and preventive maintenance schedules.
- Solutions to recurring mechanical failures and equipment reliability concerns.
- Required tools, materials, and replacement parts for upcoming maintenance activities.
Escalates:
- Unsafe equipment conditions, safety hazards, or work beyond authorized scope.
- Critical equipment failures and unplanned downtime.
- Recurring mechanical failures requiring additional technical support.
- Equipment deficiencies that could impact safety, production, or operational reliability.
4) Critical Competencies (Must-Demonstrate)
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Documentation Quality (CMMS/work orders)
- Safety Awareness and PPE Use
- Reading Drawings, Blueprints, and Isometrics
- Root-Cause Thinking
- Prioritization
- Cut, fit, and fabricate parts according to drawings for field repairs and installations.
- Safely and effectively use hand tools and power tools for mechanical trade tasks.
- Service hydraulic systems, including hoses, valves, and cylinders, and verify proper performance.
- Follow OEM and customer recommendations for lubricants and service intervals; maintain lubrication routes and records.
- Safely move, stage, and secure equipment, parts, and materials according to established procedures.
- Perform oxy-fuel cutting in accordance with safety standards and procedures.
- Maintain and repair pneumatic systems, including lines, regulators, and actuators.
- Perform preventive maintenance according to established schedules and OEM guidance.
- Assist with rigging and controlled equipment moves under qualified supervision.
- Perform precision equipment alignment to required tolerances, including thermal growth considerations when applicable.
- Perform structural and repair welding according to approved procedures and visual quality standards.
- Complete maintenance work orders accurately and in accordance with company procedures.
- Support qualified riggers and signal persons during lifting and equipment movement activities.
- Mentor and support Mechanic/Millwright Level 1 employees.
5) Qualifications
- Proven experience performing industrial mechanical maintenance and equipment repairs with limited supervision.
- Completion of a four-year mechanical or millwright apprenticeship preferred, or equivalent documented work experience.
- Demonstrated experience with heavy equipment, mechanical systems, and fixed plant maintenance.
- Proficiency in fabrication, hand tools, hydraulics, lubrication, material handling, oxy-fuel cutting, pneumatics, and preventive maintenance.
- Experience performing mechanical troubleshooting, welding, equipment alignment, and component replacement.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and work order documentation.
- Demonstrated communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and time-management skills.
- Reliable attendance and ability to follow company safety rules, work procedures, and equipment manufacturer recommendations.
- Ability to work safely in industrial environments, including elevated work areas, confined spaces, and underground locations when required.
- Relevant credentials or certifications, including Rigger/Signal Person qualifications, as applicable.
- Ability to perform physically demanding mechanical maintenance and repair activities.
6) Performance Measure Buckets
- Preventive maintenance (PM) schedule compliance.
- Mean time to repair (MTTR) and equipment downtime reduction.
- Work order completion, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Repeat equipment failure rates and corrective action completion.
- Quality and reliability of mechanical repairs.
- Safety compliance and proper PPE use.
- Attendance and dependability.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Computer skills and CMMS documentation proficiency.
- Teamwork, communication, and support of maintenance operations.
7)Employee Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee-only coverage)
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Sick Time