Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

RDS of Virginia, LLC is a well-established company whose core business is recycling, processing, and marketing of materials.

RDS operates five different facilities across three different states, servicing the recycling needs of thousands of companies and households.

RDS is committed to recovering as much material as possible from the waste stream for both the short- and long-term health of our environment.

Job Summary :

A maintenance mechanic is responsible for the entire operating facility, repairs, and preventative maintenance, as well as special projects.

In addition, the maintenance mechanic is responsible for maintaining all heavy equipment in the facility including balers, sort line, loaders, and forklifts.

This will include regularly scheduled PM as well as minor repairs on all facility equipment.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Learns Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) for the machinery- use this every time you work on or in or around that machinery;
• Performs regular inspections of all equipment at a facility, including building, sort line, baler and rolling stock. Daily review of the Daily Equipment Inspection Form;
• Performs basic preventive maintenance and inspections on equipment and trouble shoot potential problems. Ability to make repairs;
• Performs some MIG welding and fabrication;
• Participates in plant morning meetings and brings problems, issues, and observations up with the plant manager and / or maintenance manager;
• Ensures the compliance of all corporate policies and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules while conducting work functions;
• Maintains a record of service cycles and other maintenance activities conducted;
• Efficiently manages time and completion of all tasks assigned by the supervisory authority;
• Ability to obtain quotes and place orders for spare and replacement parts and completing all necessary documentation for the same;
• Ensures operators complete pre-run inspections, PM, and services and review them, store files in designated folder on-site and document on internal system;
• Reports any existing damage and immediate repairs to the Maintenance Manager;
• Ability to use, maintain, and handle all repair and testing tools and equipment;
• Responsible for prevented maintenance on all vehicles, equipment, & machinery;
• Ability to show up on time with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and tools including radio;
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities :

• Basic understanding, troubleshooting and experience with Mechanical Systems (gears, pulleys, chains, belts, shafts, industrial gear boxes, water pumps, air compressors, HVAC experience;
• Basic understanding, troubleshooting and experience with Electrical Systems (AC circuits-motors and drives, DC circuits-motors and drives, 480 Volts 3 phase, transformers, control power, relays);
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Works well as a team member & is not afraid to ask for help or questions;
• Ability to troubleshoot and make repairs using testing and repair all equipment as needed;
• Ability to MIG weld and do light / medium fabrication;
• Ability to effectively manage time and meet all specified deadlines while working independently;
• Ability to operate a computer for small tasks like sending emails, reporting issues and concerns;
• Ability to adhere to company policies and rules set forth;
• Promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work location;
• Ability to maintain a reliable attendance record.

Education and Qualifications :

• High school degree or GED equivalent for an accredited institution;
• Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or any other discipline with 5+ (preferred);
• ASE Certification (preferred).

Status : Full-Time (40 hours per week). Hourly. Non-Exempt.

Physical Requirements :

• Must successfully pass a drug / alcohol screening, and physical ability test;
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to typical noises and smells associated with the plant operations;
• Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the entire body.
• This will include climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, carrying, and stooping;
• Must be able to lift up to 45+ pounds at times.

RDS of Virginia, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.