Maintenance Mechanic
Maintenance Mechanic
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Job Description
Over the last forty years United S Metal (USM) has grown from $200 and a rental truck into one of the largest fullservice recyclers in the country. Today the team continues to pioneer innovative solutionsdriven recycling programs through ethical and sustainable practices. This has earned them both National acclaim and recognition with the achievement of several dozen awards. With 400 team members across 6 locations nationally the companys commitment to excellence is reflected in an outstanding client retention rate across several thousand customers throughout North America. This substantial growth is further supported by strong consumer partnerships who recognize a consistent delivery of high quality nonferrous and ferrous material via truck container rail and barge shipment. Equally as important is the expansion of the teams focus on philanthropy sustainability diversity and safety / compliance. A unique mission exists in making a positive impact in the lives of others throughout the communities in which they live work and service. USM is proud to make a difference for its clients consumers and local communities as it continues to drive forward into the next forty years and beyond.
Position Overview:
Performs routine and extensive preventative maintenance and repair procedures on equipment processing machinery as well as to the general facility. Reports to the Maintenance and Facilities Manager.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Performs preventive maintenance procedures on a variety of s processing equipment
- Ensures proper preventive maintenance procedures are followed and executed while maintaining equipment and facilities in good working order
- Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests
- Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting analyzing and summarizing information
- Performs open jobs and uses resources in order to achieve cost effective results
- Reviews records of scheduled maintenance activities and records work performed and materials used
- Facilitates a safe work environment by taking corrective action per monthly facility safety inspections
- Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops reviewing technical publications and establishing personal networks
- Performs work per company goals managers priorities and / or documented procedures
- Must possess skills to repair the following brand of equipment: Toyota & Komatsu forklifts Caterpillar skid loaders Sennebogen & Liebherr excavators Harris Baler belt & bucket conveyors shears and industrial metal processing equipment
- Operates industrial powered lift truck as required
- Must demonstrate competency in all aspects of the job and company objectives Demonstrates understanding of company policies rules and trainings
- Other duties as assigned
Desired Characteristics:
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
- 3 or more years work experience in a similar role in a similar industry with a strong mechanical background
- Must possess basic reading and writing skills in English; ability to understand detailed instructions and repair manuals in English
- Must work effectively independently with others and as part of a team Maintenance Mechanic
- Must be skilled at welding electrical work and hydraulics
- Possessing skills and a basic understanding of the recycling industry and related equipment a plus
- Must have technical understanding and attention to detail
- Must be able to work a flexible work schedule and be available on call for urgent matters
- Must own basic set of tools to be used on site
- Must have the ability to perform the physical tasks of the job such as working in elevated and difficult positions as well as frequent bending walking standing and lifting 5075 lbs.
- Bilingual Spanish not required but a plus
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold dusty dirty and/or wet conditions
- Candidate must pass a preemployment physical background and credit check
- Able to fulfill flexible scheduling requirements as determined by the manager and / or business needs of the operation
Minimum Safety Training Requirements
- Basic onthejob training that satisfies the Primary Objectives of the specific position (as noted above)
- USSOP01 United in Safety Manual
- USF11 QEH&S Policy
- USSOP03 Team Member Handbook
Pay:
$25$35/Hour
Benefits:
- Medical Benefits
- 401(K) Match
- Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Incentive Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
We strive to demonstrate our Core Values in all positions at USM:
Trust Commitment Loyalty Passion Performance
USM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability marital status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. USM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. USM is a Zero Impairment Workplace. USM provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process please notify your Talent Acquisition contact or another member of our People Development Team at The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a casebycase basis.
Employment Type
Full-Time
