POSITION SUMMARY

The Plant Maintenance Technician III is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the company’s equipment, building and grounds in a manner that minimizes interruptions in operations and assures employee safety. This position is responsible for implementing developed programs to extend equipment life and reliability and to assure safe operations at every level. The Plant Maintenance Technician III reports to the Maintenance Manager.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Initiates requisition for maintenance and repair supplies in sufficient quantity to meet needs of production, building maintenance equipment, materials, and supplies
• Performs building and equipment repairs throughout the property according to submitted work orders
• Develops and supervises implementation of maintenance programs to include preventative maintenance that extend equipment and building life and reliability as well as assure safe operations at every level
• Uses the Balcones Preventive Maintenance System to manage the periodic maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds at the facility.
• Inspects plant machinery and equipment. Able to supervise repairs and services on all equipment in accordance with the facility Standard Operating Procedures, equipment maintenance manuals, and Balcones policies and training. Must also be knowledgeable to manage non-routine repairs or issues that may arise and require sound, immediate judgment without direct supervision.
• Implements Balcones safety policies and practices for all work activities, and ensures these practices are followed by other Balcones staff, vendors, contractors, and visitors entering the facility and all work is done to standard.
• Completes all mandatory training activities for both safety and operational training as assigned by management.
• Procures plant supplies and replacement equipment in an efficient manner by identifying needs in advance, managing and inventory of spare parts inventory.
• Screening and selection of building maintenance materials and supplies
• Researches pricing of equipment and supplies to identify superior pricing
• Prioritizes work orders for completion in a systematic and efficient manner when no direct guidance is given
• Initiates work orders for work done in facility
• Conducts daily testing of equipment and inspection of the warehouse
• Cross-trains in other areas of the business and assist in those areas as needed.
• Occasional mandatory overtime

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment '
• Able to follow instructions for operating equipment and record keeping
• Able to execute assignments in an accurate, timely and safe manner
• Able to maintain a clean & safe environment

OTHER DUTIES

All job requirements in this job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems (both ac and dc current)
• Read and interpret engineering piping and instrument drawings, electrical diagrams and schematics, and electrical logic diagrams
• Carpentry, framing and general construction skills
• Welding certification and/or welding experience
• At least 2 years’ experience in maintaining maintenance facilities, equipment, and tools
• Ability to troubleshoot, identify the problem, determine the cause and repair as needed
• Working knowledge and experience with multiple hand tools and power tools
• Ability to operate/drive a powered pallet jack and forklift, scissor lift and truck
• Knowledge of Computers and CMMS programs
• Good organizational and critical thinking skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Required to use motor coordination with arms, hands, fingers, and legs.
• Required to engage in physical activity that includes pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting objects more than 80 pounds.
• Required to work from ladders or raised platforms.
• Required to stand or work on concrete floors most of the workday.
• Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
• Normal setting for this job is material recycle facilities, repair/maintenance facility, outdoors or other facilities.