Mechanic - Req ID: 2246 - Full-time

Mechanic - Columbus, NJ

Benefit Details:

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Automatic enrollment in Short & Long-Term Disability
• 4% employer contribution into 401k after six months
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Eligible for Performance Bonuses
• 9 Paid Holidays

• At Denali - We take pride in keeping our employees safe while at work so that they can return to their families each evening. As a testament to our commitment to safety excellence, we proudly offer the PEAKS Safety Program. Through this initiative, qualified drivers can earn extra in safety bonuses! Our PEAKS Program recognizes and rewards drivers who consistently prioritize safety in their daily operations. We believe in fostering a secure work environment while acknowledging the vital role our drivers play in our success.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn a bonus for any qualifying candidate you refer to the company. The candidate must complete 90 days and be in good standing with the company, for the referral to be paid out.

Pay: Hourly

Position type and expected hours of work: Hours of work will depend on the needs of the Maintenance Lead and Project. Evening, night, and weekend work will be required as job duties demand.

Summary: This position maintains all mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and controls all equipment throughout the plant and office – safely and effectively, to meet the organizations requirements. Identify needed parts in manuals and inform Lead what is needed. Communicate in writing all repairs and preventative maintenance completed.

Safety: This position is a safety sensitive position and requires a clear mind and diligence. The employee has the responsibility for his/her own safety as well as the safety of others

Essential functions:

• Performs all maintenance, including but not limited to preventative, corrective, emergency, contracted, and warranty service on all equipment throughout the plant.
• Identifies, repairs and documents electrical and instrumentation equipment malfunctions. Discuss software changes in PLC for equipment operation and control with Facility Manager and Lead as required.
• Conducts predictive analysis of all systems and equipment periodically in order to update PM system and generate work orders.
• Ensures completion of work orders based on schedule and priority or as required and inform Lead for documentation in Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Monitors equipment and spare parts inventory on a regular basis and documents results.
• Installs and tests new equipment parts in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and standard safety procedures.
• Trains new employees on standard safety and operating procedures, as required.
• Supports all company and corporate policies and procedures.
• Performs any general work or other assignments necessary to ensure the safe, clean and efficient operation of the facility.
• Temporarily cover various Operation positions as an Operator where overtime is required.

Competency: Perform exceptional mechanical skills and be willing to work with management and operations to achieve their specific needs. This position is responsible for safe and efficient maintenance and repair of composting and heavy equipment.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, or overwhelming odors.

Physical demands: To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, climb, and hear. The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to balance, stoop, knee, crouch, crawl and walk. The employee must occasionally lift. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel: Travel may be frequent depending on job assigned.

Preferred education and experience:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance and operation.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with hydraulic powered units.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repair of flow meters, PLC's, VFD's, transmitters, motors, switchgear, and other process control equipment.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret blueprint drawings and documents.
• Work with Management to understand their concerns and properly diagnose issues.
• Produce accurate and itemized work estimates for Management.
• Maintain Commercial Motor Vehicles and other Equipment according to Manufacturer's Preventative Maintenance Schedules and according to the needs of the Company per Management.
• Utilize the latest in diagnostic equipment to accurately pinpoint issues, when necessary.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and alert Management to issues that will prevent their equipment from performing optimally or passing necessary vehicle inspections.
• Complete daily inspection reports, safety meetings and time reporting paperwork.
• Keep work areas organized and clean. Maintain professional appearance and use personal protection equipment (PPE) when required.
• Must be able to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Experience working with composting equipment a plus.

Please Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice