Mechanic Plant Maintenance

Overview :

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate performance of routine in reference to a daily preventative maintenance schedule in and around the laundry facility.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions :

Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to : Maintains all plant equipment to include high volume industrial washers and or dryers.

• Repairs, replaces equipment when necessary; Performs basic plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work. Ability to trouble-shoot and solve technical issues by following technical manuals and schematics;
• Orders necessary parts, tools, and equipment in a timely manner by following company procurement policy; Maintains a proper Daily Schedule Control for equipment maintenance and preventative maintenance schedule and record;
• Conducts daily removal and processing of waste solids generated from treatment process; Performs equipment troubleshooting, makes necessary repairs, and completes preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices for all related wastewater hardware;
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities; Uses safety precautions, follows electrical lock-out tag-out procedures for equipment, and adheres to all safe work practices and policies for all safety, boiler, and wastewater treatment procedures;

Other duties as required or assigned.

• Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :
• Demonstrated mechanical and basic electrical aptitude; Familiar with standard maintenance procedures, preventative maintenance schedules, and proper safety techniques;
• Basic knowledge of industrial laundry equipment and required codes; Ability to comprehend and perform all required training, written, and verbal instructions;
• Good verbal and / or written communication skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to meet attendance schedule;

Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements :

Work is performed in a high volume production warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; Requires the ability to routinely move, lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 25 lbs, and occasionally up to 50 lbs;
• Requires bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, and lifting; Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations;

Requires standing and walking for long periods of time; Must be able to work from elevated heights using ladders, mezzanines, and aerial lifts.

• Education :
• High school diploma or equivalent required; 3-5 years’ maintenance experience;
• License Requirements / Certifications :

Location : Nashville, TN