What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Superintendent position at Brown & Root?
Position Summary:
The Mechanical Superintendent oversees all mechanical maintenance, repairs, and project work for grain handling, storage, and processing facilities. This role ensures equipment reliability, safety compliance, and coordination of mechanical crews, contractors, and vendors to support operational efficiency in a grain facility or export terminal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate mechanical maintenance teams, including millwrights, welders, and contractors.
- Oversee installation, repair, and preventive maintenance of grain handling equipment such as bucket elevators, conveyors, grain dryers, silos, legs, spouts, augers, and pneumatic systems.
- Inspect mechanical systems to identify problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure work is completed in compliance with OSHA, company safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings related to grain facility equipment.
- Maintain detailed maintenance records, daily logs, and project documentation.
- Collaborate with plant management, engineering, and operations to improve equipment reliability and throughput.
- Lead mechanical troubleshooting and root cause analysis efforts for major equipment failures.
- Manage spare parts inventory and work with procurement for needed materials.
- Provide technical training and mentorship to maintenance personnel.
Required:
- 5 years of supervisory experience in a mechanical or maintenance role within the grain, agricultural processing, or bulk material handling industry.
- Strong knowledge of grain handling equipment and mechanical systems.
- Ability to manage and schedule a multi-craft crew and multiple concurrent tasks.
- Proficient in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work in an industrial/agricultural environment including heights, confined spaces, and outdoors.
Preferred:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field.
- Knowledge of CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, MP2, Maximo).
- NCCER, OSHA 30, or other safety/technical certifications.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Frequently exposed to dust, grain, noise, heights, vibration, and varying temperatures.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
- Availability to respond to emergencies and work after-hours or weekends when needed.