Mechanic

Job Responsibilities Responsible for assembling, maintaining, and repairing equipment and vehicles. Responsibilities include ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines, and mechanical systems throughout the company fleet of equipment. Report to the Plant Manager or Site Manager depending on location, and has no supervisory responsibilities. Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, painting vehicles etc.) Accurately completing repair orders and keeping notes on repair orders to document repairs Maintaining a clean and safe work environment Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements Must have a GED or high school diploma, certificate from Tech school or equivalent work experience Must have a valid driver’s license Must have great attention to detail Basic computer skills Ability to work with various machines and tools Experience working in small teams Knowledge of various types of heavy equipment Very strong mechanical knowledge Ability to fill out logs on all equipment worked on Knowledge on OSHA regulations pertaining to this position Must have a safety-first mindset Candidate Qualifications/ Preferred: 3-5 years’ experience, preferred Welding experience Extensive safety training Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law. Koppers, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds. Its products and services are used in a variety of niche applications in a diverse range of end-markets, including the railroad, specialty chemical, utility, residential lumber, agriculture, aluminum, steel, rubber, and construction industries. With more than 1,800 employees, it serves its customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australasia, China and Europe. Koppers is also firmly committed to advancing a Zero Harm culture that places the care and protection of its people, environment and communities above all else. This focused approach empowers employees to ensure safe operations through a heightened awareness of process safety, product safety, environmental stewardship and security. Koppers was established in December 1988 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and became a publicly-traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2006. You can view our privacy policy here - http://www.koppers.com/pages/privacy-policy