Maintenance Mechanic

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Maintenance and Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Mechanic will safely provide service and maintenance on equipment and machines, as well as assist in the construction of new equipment and machines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

  • Operate Manual and CNC Machining Equipment Proficiently
  • Follow all Company safety policies and safety procedures in order to maintain a safe work environment
  • Follow all Company policies, rules and regulations
  • Act as a professional representative of Wausau Coated Products, Inc. at all times
  • Install, dismantle or move heavy equipment and machinery
  • Maintain and perform preventative maintenance on equipment and machines
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment
  • Consult with manager on projects and needs for production equipment
  • Recognize hazards and understand zero energy state; Lockout Tagout Policy
  • Operate a hoist, winch or hydraulic boom
  • Operate metal forming and fabrication equipment
  • Perform detailed welding techniques using a various welding equipment
  • Use pipe fitting equipment
  • Replace defective parts of machine or adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts
  • Repair and lubricate equipment and machines
  • Perform hydraulic plumbing
  • Position, align or level equipment, machines or structures
  • Test mechanical products or equipment to ensure they are running properly, including light electrical troubleshooting

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

    • High School Diploma required
    • Two (2) years vocational school with machining, maintenance or equipment servicing preferred
    • Millwright certificate desired
    • Minimum five (5) years equipment maintenance support and / or custom fabrication experience preferred

Specific Skills, Licensure and Certifications

    • Ability to communicate with co-workers and utilize every means necessary to keep equipment and machines operating in a safe and efficient manner
    • Ability to follow directions and read layout plans, schematics, blueprints and other drawings
    • Ability to keep records/use computer
    • Ability to work 8-9 hour shift, including weekends when needed
    • Willingness to work reasonable weekly or daily overtime as required or needed
    • Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen; walk or stand; move from place to place.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or touch; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; reach above shoulders; lift and carry; and push and pull.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; use foot/feet to operate machines/equipment; and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock and vibration.  The employee may occasionally perform work related travel.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud dependent upon the machinery you are exposed to. In such cases wearing of PPE is mandatory.

Willingness to travel to other WCP facilities such as Las Vegas and future expansions potentially a few times per year for up to a week at a time.   

General

This position description is not intended to be all inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Responsibilities and requirements are subject to change at the discretion of management. The employee is expected to adhere to all Company policies and procedures.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

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