Welder/Maintenance Tech

Description

The Maintenance Welder/Mechanic is responsible for supporting the Maintenance Manager by completing repair to machinery, structures, and fixtures. This may include but is not limited to mechanical maintenance on any of the company's physical assets, installations, new equipment setups, and responding to emergencies

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Regularly performs job duties including mechanical repair and light plumbing
• Welding metals depending on client or employer requests.
• Being aware of the different methods of welding and choosing the best suited one for the job at hand.
• Examining the equipment after welding and repairing defects.
• Planning welding operations before beginning.
• Read blueprints and weld according to the plan.
• Enters data into a computer.
• Assists in installation of machinery
• Repairs machinery to ensure minimal down time
• Responds to emergencies and call-ins
• Emergency response to equipment break downs
• Other duties as assigned by maintenance management
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Safety oriented
• Able to work without direct supervision

Requirements

Education – Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Vocational course in welding is an advantage.

Most Important Competencies Required:

• Attention to Detail - must be able to follow written procedures and document work as needed
• Excellent manual dexterity - must be able to use tools to complete maintenance work
• Results Driven - must be able to complete maintenance tasks in timely manner, meeting the facility's needs
• Teamwork - must be willing and able to work closely with others in maintenance

Qualifications:
The Maintenance Welder/Mechanic will be a skilled welder and mechanic with technical and physical capabilities. The role requires excellent troubleshooting skills and genuine concern for safety of employees, structures, and products. Additionally, this role requires experience and judgment to do limited planning of tasks.
The Maintenance Mechanic must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job: lift up to 50 pounds, complete assisted lifts of 35-50 pounds, push or pull containers and equipment, repetitive bending and stooping, and may require occasional lifting overhead.

The employee will be required to work a minimum of 40 hours per week

TCI offers a competitive benefits package.

Textiles Coated International is an equal opportunity employer.'