What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician - Lumber Yard position at BELL LUMBER & POLE COMPANY LLC?
Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift
Location: Gibsland, Louisiana
Schedule: Full-Time - Monday - Friday, 7AM-3PM
Pay Range: $24.32 - $30 per hour
Join Our Team at Bell Lumber & Pole!
Do you enjoy working with your hands in an industrial setting to keep machinery running smoothly? Bell Lumber & Pole is looking for a Lumber Yard Maintenance Technician to ensure our equipment, yard, and facility operate safely and efficiently. If you have experience with industrial mechanical repairs, welding, diesel repairs and troubleshooting equipment, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Do:
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel mobile equipment, heavy machinery, yard tools, and facility systems.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
Conduct equipment inspections and report any potential issues to management.
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory.
Ensure compliance with OSHA safety policies and company safety procedures.
Respond promptly to emergency maintenance needs and assist in larger repair projects - may include up to 20% travel.
What You Need:
High school diploma or equivalent (technical training or certification preferred).
Substantial prior maintenance experience, including welding, mechanical repairs, or electrical work.
Experience with mobile equipment, diesel automotive, agricultural, electrical, HVAC, or plumbing is a plus.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.
Ability to operate hand and power tools, weld (stick welding), fabricate, and follow safety regulations.
Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
Why Bell Lumber & Pole?
Since 1909, Bell Lumber & Pole has been a leader in sustainable, high-quality wood products for utility and telecom companies. We are committed to radically loving and influencing lives—both inside and outside of our company.
Benefits We Offer:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (HRA & FSA options)
- 401(k) with company match
- Short & long-term disability insurance
- Paid holidays and generous PTO
- Life insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance & hardship programs
Join Our Team Today!
Be part of a company that values stewardship, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. Apply now and take the next step in your career with Bell Lumber & Pole!
Full job description below:
Industrial Maintenance Technician
JOB PURPOSE:
The Maintenance Technician is tasked with maintaining our facility's functionality, safety, and operational efficiency. This intermediate-level technician will carry out diverse maintenance and repair tasks, execute complex equipment inspections, and actively contribute to the overall performance and safety of our workplace. This role will have a direct impact on the ability to provide a secure and productive environment for employees and visitors.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
- Independently address and troubleshoot complex repairs, including identifying and resolving issues, diagnosing faults, and recommending improvements.
- Lead equipment inspections, identifying and documenting issues, and coordinating with senior technicians or management to implement corrective actions.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations, identifying and promptly resolving safety hazards, and implementing proactive safety measures.
- Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts inventory, providing data for performance analysis and cost control.
- Collaborate with others on major maintenance projects, installations, and renovations.
- Spearhead preventive maintenance programs, utilizing your expertise to optimize equipment performance, extend longevity, and reduce downtime.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance issues to determine the best course of action for repair.
- Execute a wide range of maintenance tasks, encompassing plumbing, electrical work, HVAC systems, and carpentry, demonstrating expertise in these areas.
- Be available for on-call duties and respond promptly to emergency maintenance requests as needed.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent, with additional technical training or certification preferred.
Experience: Substantial prior experience in general maintenance or a related field. Proficiency in heavy mobile equipment, automotive, agricultural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and carpentry techniques.
SKILLS BASED REQUIREMENTS:
- General diagnostic experience
- Expertise in operating a wide array of hand and power tools.
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and adaptability.
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
- Willingness to continually learn and stay updated on emerging maintenance technologies and practices.
- A valid driver's license and dependable transportation may be required.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, sit, talk, hear, and use hands.
Regularly lift/move 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Work in an industrial environment with exposure to heat, cold, precipitation, fumes, noise, and chemicals.
Overtime may be required, including overnight stays.
May include up to 20% travel based on maintenance support for nearby sites.
BELL LUMBER & POLE COMPANY
With a family legacy spanning over 115 years, Bell Lumber & Pole Co. and its businesses (Bell Timber Inc., Bell Structural Systems, Alamco Wood Products) have established a reputation for excellence.
As one of the largest producers of high-quality, renewable wood poles and structures for utility and telecom companies across North America and beyond, Bell plays a vital role in powering the future. We are also a leader in manufacturing mass timber structural components for commercial and industrial buildings. In addition, we provide wood fence posts and barn poles to farmers and ranchers. Bell operates in 17 locations with a workforce of over 400 employees across the U.S. and Canada.
Our mission TO RADICALLY LOVE AND INFLUENCE LIVES is lived out internally, in the way our employees interact with each other, and externally, in the way we give back to the communities we serve.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bell Lumber & Pole is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, equal opportunities, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Bell makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 651-203-2719 or send an e-mail to HRTeam@blpole.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. For additional detail, you can read through our EEO Policy.
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