Field Machinist Specialist

Role Overview

Responsibilities:
•    Machinist required to repair, maintain, install and make improvements to chemical processing equipment and machinery (includes pumps, agitators, fans, centrifuges, etc.).
•    Ability to fabricate to exact tolerances using lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other shop equipment
•    Execute preventive maintenance program 
•    Calibrate, align and make adjustments to production equipment
•    Work hours are Mon. – Fri., 8 hour days (40 hours/week) with occasional overtime
•    Available for call in on off hours as needed to make equipment repairs
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and maintenance software tools.
 

Qualifications include:
•    HS diploma
•    Field machinist or millwright training and demonstrated experience
•    Mechanical equipment repair training and/or demonstrated experience: pumps, mechanical seals, agitators, gear boxes, fans (bearings, sheaves), alignment
•    Able to work in confined spaces
•    Able to work from heights from a ladder or man lift
•    Demonstrate effective analytical troubleshooting skills
•    Able to read and interpret mechanical/machine drawings
•    Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
•    Excellent safety record – places safety and environment as top priority in all work
•    Knowledge of Lock Out / Tag Out
•    Good communication skills – daily communications with maintenance planner, technical staff and operations as needed.
•    Good team player – willing be flexible, work in other areas and with other trades as needed.
 

Minimum Education Level and experience:
2-year schooling and/or 5 plus years of demonstrated experience