Plant Mechanic, Senior

$35.
00 - $40.
00 per hour Plant Mechanic, Senior ReConserve of Maryland, Inc.
has over 85 years of experience -- is the largest, most experienced recycler of bakery, cereal grain, snack foods, and related food by-products in the United States.
We provide sanitary, efficient removal and recycling services to the food and feed manufacturing industries nationwide.
Ideal candidate has experience troubleshooting and repairing a variety of grain conveying and processing equipment.
You will be installing, repairing, maintaining and refurbishing all equipment as it pertains to the production/manufacturing of grain based products.
Efficient and effective plant operations are a priority, so the plant mechanic will be expected to consistently execute a preventative maintenance program and correct potential concerns before becoming a downtime issue.
Work Schedule: \* These are generally a minimum of 10-hour shifts.
\* You must be available for overtime and working weekends and holidays on occasion.
\* On call for off shift emergency repairs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: \* Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with safety programs and procedures.
\* Observe and test the operation of equipment to diagnose malfunctions and initiate the appropriate repairs.
\* Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on processing equipment and ancillary equipment.
\* Knowledge in blueprints and schematics with the ability to read.
\* Experience with fabrication is essential.
\* Ability to weld and cut parts using arc-welding and wire welding as well as flame cutting equipment.
\* Knowledge of hydraulic lift systems used on mobile powered equipment.
\* Knowledge in electrical systems with the ability to troubleshoot and fix electrical problems including wiring up to 480 volts.
\* Knowledge of single and three phase motors is a plus.
\* Keep stock ready by updating inventories and logging usage.
\* Ability to operate shop equipment such as drill press, band saw, bench grinder, etc.
\* Ability to use standard measuring tools (meters, micrometers, gauges).
\* Operate a forklift, skid loader, front end loader and miscellaneous equipment as needed to complete duties.
\* Maintain your work areas and facilities properly.
Required Education and Experience: \* High school diploma or GED degree or related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
\* You must have reliable transportation to be available for work 24/7.
\* Clean driving record.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35.
00 - $40.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Vision insurance Experience level: * 5 years Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work setting: * In-person Experience: * Mechanical Repair: 5 years (Required) Work Location: In person