Combined Craft Mechanic

Job Details

• Hourly Wage: $42.87/hour.
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Occasional Saturdays may be required. 
• Benefits: 2 weeks’ vacation (prorated this year); 3 sick days; 11 holidays a year; Local Bonus Plan; Full medical benefits offered; 401K company match up to 6% (dollar for dollar).

Position overview

We are looking for a hands-on and versatile Combined Craft Mechanic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of plant equipment and infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient operations. You will work closely with supervisors, team leads, and cross-functional teams to support maintenance activities, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment, solving mechanical challenges, and being a key contributor to plant reliability and safety, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, dismantle, repair, and maintain plant equipment, including piping systems, pumps, valves, and emergency services equipment, ensuring proper alignment, testing, and functionality.
• Fabricate, layout, construct, alter, and repair piping, structural steel, wooden structures, and minor refractory or concrete/cement structures.
• Conduct inspections on plant equipment such as gearboxes, slings, hoists, cranes, and rigging systems, supporting maintenance and repair activities as needed.
• Remove and replace insulation as part of assembling, disassembling, and repairing pipes and fittings.
• Support WWTP operations when required, including operating presses and performing tasks not requiring certification (e.g., installing liners in waste roll-offs).
• Utilize appropriate tools, equipment, and devices to complete assigned tasks, including operating automatic welding machines when qualified.
• Ensure clear communication and coordination with departments and plant personnel, maintaining accurate updates and documentation as needed.
• Follow all safety and environmental standards, procedures, and regulations, while assisting other crafts and performing additional duties as assigned by management.

Required skills and experience

• 3–5 years of experience in piping and/or equipment repair.
• Experience with local technical standards related to process piping, heat exchangers, pressure vessels and storage tanks.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines on a multitude of tasks.
• Ability to quickly assess problems and able to process workable solutions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Welding certification required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to exert up to 40 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 30 lbs. frequently.
• Significant standing and walking required.
• Vision must be good or corrected to normal to perform job duties.
• Hearing must be sufficient to understand and process information.
• Ability to read and write in English to complete documentation and follow instructions.

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