HarbisonWalker International is currently recruiting for an experienced Equipment Maintenance Technician to provide support to our Decatur, AL facilities.

Come join our long standing, 150 year old company and take advantage of our generous benefits. They include a competitive wage, attractive sales incentive, an excellent benefits package, including 4 weeks of PTO, up to a 7% match on our 401K, and 9 paid holidays.

We also offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, which are effective the first day of the month following your start day.

Summary

The Equipment Maintenance Technician II is accountable for contributing to HarbisonWalker Internationals overall business performance by analyzing equipment status and operation to detect parts failure and problem solve reasons for failure.

This role is involved in equipment rebuilds and performs routine adjustments and maintenance to the equipment used at customer sites insuring equipment is functioning properly.

The Equipment Maintenance Technician II will also keep track of the spare parts inventory and storage to make sure it is maintained at an acceptable level.

In addition, the person in this role must be able to read manuals and drawings and have a basic electrical knowledge and hydraulic knowledge to troubleshoot problems.

Job Duties

• Performing routine equipment checks and maintenance at customer site including annual inspections
• Ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by reviewing equipment performance with operators and local service / sales team;

performing training on safe operation and day-to-day maintenance

• Perform general equipment repair and keep and manage organized parts and tool inventory
• Performing equipment failure analytics and troubleshooting; maintaining and updating SOPs and Visual Standard Works for repair processes
• Assist customers and HWI employees with refractory product support solutions including inventory, data collection and installation support as needed

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED
• Ability to operate a jib crane and ensure the rigging of the load is correct
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Ability to safely operate various hand and electrical tools
• Ability to read, understand and work in conformity with work orders, as directed
• Ability to detect and correct unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment
• Organized individual with emphasis on quality and the ability to meet deadlines
• Requires fundamental computer skills, experience in excel a plus
• Requires ability to read drawing, schematics and blueprints
• Requires interpersonal skills in dealing with coworkers, contractors and vendors
• Requires knowledge of diesel engine maintenance, hydraulic and electric motors, pumps and relays
• Requires ability to operate hydraulic driven, air driven and electric driven mixers, pumps and guns
• Requires basic electrical skills
• A strong track record of maintaining technical competency and remaining current in technology and changes in the industry
• Requires two (2) four (4) years of experience servicing machinery (automotive, agriculture, industrial equipment), including experience with diesel engines, hydraulics and electronics required.

HarbisonWalker International Background

HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. It counts 19 manufacturing sites, 22 distribution centers and the largest refractory industry research facility in North America.

Serving virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets, HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

It is part of Calderys and is the brand for the Americas region of the Group. Joining HWI means joining an international organization with a history that spans more than 150 years, a Group present in 30 countries with a strong and ambitious purpose.

Are you looking for a career with opportunities to create, build, and participate in the evolution of an industry thats vital to American and global manufacturing?

A career with professional and personal growth, work-life balance, and the chance to work with exceptional coworkers? Think HWI.

Purpose : We are the vital partner of all high temperature industries. We support them building a better world through sustainable solutions.

Values : We are Tenacious, Accountable, Multicultural, and Authentic

As an equal opportunity employer, and as demonstrated by our values, we are committed to a diverse workforce

Last updated : 2024-04-23