Journey Diesel/Heavy Equipment Mechanic 9.24.24

JOB DESCRIPTION

Springfield Plywood & Veneer

Position Title : Journeyman Mechanic

Reports to : Maintenance Director

Department : Maintenance

Hours per shift : Normal work schedule 9 hour shifts, Monday through Friday. Frequently works weekends as required to accommodate mill operations schedule to reduce impact of maintenance on production.

Wage : To be determined based on skill, ability, knowledge, certification, and experience

Position Purpose : Perform maintenance and repair activities on various pieces of heavy equipment and vehicles including (not limited to) : forklifts, pickups, log handling machines (936 up to 988 Loaders, and shovel), welders, pressure washers, dump trucksand log trucks, shop plant equipment and manlifts.

Position Functions : Essential Functions*

Essential Functions*

These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job. Diagnoses, services and repairs various systems that are found on such equipment such as mechanical and computer electronic controls, air brake systems, transmissions, high voltage generators, propane powered equipment, and pneumatic systems.

Troubleshoots malfunctions in the equipment and repair.Performs routine maintenance checks and adjustments on such things as fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, tires, and clutches;

changes filters and oil, and lubricates vehicles and motor driven equipment.Communicate with operators to identify and repair problems with vehicles / equipment.

Maintain regular service intervals for all vehicles / equipment and document actions in maintenance records. Troubleshoot malfunctions and implement repair actions.

Coordinate with outside agencies for assistance with repairs beyond internal capabilities. Maintain adequate levels of supplies to optimize in service time for all vehicles / equipmentInspect, repair and adjust diesel powered vehicles / equipmentPerform incidental welding operations on equipment.

Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents / injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor to facilitate prompt correction or reporting.

Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Fabricates, modifies, and installs special equipment or replacement parts using mills, lathes, welders, torch sets, plasma cutter, and metal cutting saws.

Order and maintain appropriate supplies and stock.Attend and / or provide monthly safety training topicsAssist in training staff in mechanical repair techniques.

Road test vehicles.Make field Non-Essential Functions

These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential. Other duties as assigned

Working Environment : (1) Inside 90%, average temperature 70 degrees F (2) Outside 10%; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F.

Noise or vibration : Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts.

Hazards : See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions : Fumes : Wood, Dust : Limited, Mist : Water, Odors : Wood particle, Gasses : None, Poor Ventilation : None

Personal Protective Equipment Required : (1) Eye Protection. (2) Hearing Protection. (3) Rubber or Leather based gloves when handling dry veneer.

4) Approved Footwear. Required to wear safety glasses (corrective lenses permitted at own expense), hearing protection and safety vest while performing duties (company provided) Required to wear gloves when appropriate (company provided).

Required to wear rain suit when operating pressure washers (company provided)

Physical Demands : See the Physical Capabilities as listed below; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, bilateral use of arms and hands, frequent bending, twisting, pushing / pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting / carrying / pushing / pulling more than 50 lbs.

Skills : Must have some experience in the operation of heavy equipment. Must have the KSA to apply Machine Specific Lockout Procedures, lead monthly safety training topics, and certify employee competencies, when applicable.

Must be able to communicate with rolling stock operators and all levels of management (verbally), face-to-face, via radio, and telephone as well as in writing.

Must have 10 years of experience as a mechanic specifically for heavy equipment to include : hydraulic and air welding, rebuilding cylinders; troubleshooting,

Must have excellent hand eye coordination. Use vision / hearing continuously. Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.

Worker generally works alone with little supervision. Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.

Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

Must know all facets of heavy equipment repairs including repair of hydraulic, electrical, gas, diesel, and propane systems.

Personal Expenses : Mechanics are required to provide their own set of tools.

Safety : (1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. (2) Always use our 14 step lockout / tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason;

be aware of stored energy. (3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex : don't over reach, get help as needed to push loads out).

4) Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). (5) Be aware of and communicate with your co-worker at all times (ex : forklift driver).

6) Will be required to read and write during safety training. The information provided in this description, including strength and physical requirements, is based on observation of the job and is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential function. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned, nor does it inhibit management's right to reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employee Name (Print) :

Employee Signature : Date :

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Employer Representatives : Name Signature Date

Supervisor

SIGNATURES

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

Job Title (at Injury) :

Journeyman Mechanic

Worker Name : ENDURANCE Never /

ENDURANCE Never /

Not RequiredSeldom

1-5%Occas.

6-33%Freq.

34-66%Continuous

67-100%Total Hours

At one timeTotal Hours in a work daySitting X Standing X Walking X Change Positions? X

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : (Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box)

Lifting : Never /

Not RequiredSeldom

1-5%Occas.

6-33%Freq.

34-66%Continuous

67-100%1-10 lbs X 11-20 lbs X 21-50 lbs

51-75 lbs

76 -100 lbs X X X >

100 lbs X Maximum # lifted by worker without assistance 75# If required, lifts over 75 # are performed with X two or more people X lift devices Carrying : Never /

Not RequiredSeldom

1-5%Occas.

6-33%Freq.

34-66%Continuous

67-100%1-10 lbs X 11-20 lbs X 21-50 lbs X 51-75 lbs X 76 -100 lbs X >

100 lbs X Maximum # carried by worker without assistance 10-75 If required, carrying over 75 # is performed with two or more people or with lift devices.

Pushing / Pulling force to be exerted : Never /

Not RequiredSeldom

1-5%Occas.

6-33%Freq.

34-66%Continuous

67-100%1-10 lbs X 11-20 lbs X 21-50 lbs X 51-75 lbs X 76 - 100 lbs X >

100 lbs X

Never /

Not RequiredSeldom

1-5%Occas.

6-33%Freq.

34-66%Continuous

67-100%Bend / Stoop X Twist X Crouch / squat X Kneel X Crawl X Walk-Level surface X Walk-Uneven surface X Climb Steps X Climb Ladder X Work at heights X Reach at or above Shoulder X Reach below shoulder X Use of Arms X Use of Wrist X Use of Hands