Maintenance Mechanic I

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic I (Progressive Mechanical 3)
Location: Oil-Dri
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Maintenance Manager
Classification: Hourly

Job Summary
A well-versed maintenance teammate, the Maintenance Mechanic I will use their high level of mechanical ability and complementary electrical ability to maintain, repair, and build equipment at an Oil-Dri facility.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical equipment
• Perform routine maintenance on electrical systems
• Perform lubrication and greasing
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot common electrical systems
• Install common electrical systems
• Perform inspections on mechanical safety systems
• Install new conduit and pull wire
• Diagnose and troubleshoot networking and PLC systems
• Fabricate new and fix old equipment with welding/cutting/pipe-fitting/rigging
• Use common and complex mechanical hand tools
• Use common electrical tools
• Install analog and discrete PLC equipment
• Write, open, and complete work orders
• Fulfill on call duties
• Assist and continuous improvement sessions
• Assist in SHE and Quality Pillars
• Ensure good housekeeping around shop and external work area

Qualifications

• Have two-year technical degree and/or necessary experience
• Have HS diploma and/or necessary experience
• Maintain strong commitment to Safety and WE CARE values
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently and as a team
• Possess communication and problem-solving skills
• Meet minimum required skill assessments
• Read & Understand SOP/AIQ/PWI
• Read & Understand Manuals/Diagrams/Schematics
• Perform average electrical tasks
• Perform advanced mechanical skills
• Operate mobile equipment
• Operate processing and packaging Equipment
• Function in ODC systems JDE/Dayforce/Outlook
• Embrace continuous improvement culture

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to function while using the appropriate PPE including, but not limited to:
• Safety Glasses
• Hard Hat
• Hearing Protection
• Dust Mask
• Gloves
• Protective Clothing/Harness
• Must be able to frequently lift 60lbs
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift
• Bending, twisting, reaching, stooping and climbing
• Must be able to communicate via radio
• Must be able to work at heights 100’ +

Salary & Benefits
Hire Rate: $35.07 / hr
Top Out Rate: $37.08 / hr (Received after 90-day performance review.)

Benefits:
401(k) with 6% match (Fully Vested at 2 Years)

Annual Merit increase opportunity

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and PTO

Paid Parental Leave
Fitness & Gym Reimbursement
Employer Contribution - Health, Dental, Vision