Mechanic 3rd Class

Asphalt Mechanic 3rd Class

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanic 3rd Class

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Asphalt Operations Leader

Supervises: N/A

Date: February 2026

Summary

The purpose of the Mechanic 3rd Class is to perform as professional, highly skilled and exceptionally competent maintenance person. Participates in teams to develop and implement solutions.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Energy Control Procedures (ECP's) and Lock Tag Try (LTT) system. Respect for the potential hazards within the manufacturing operation. Training and regular auditing of the process.
• Fluent in the language of the plant.
• Computer literacy – email, simple spreadsheet, word doc.
• Safe rigging procedures.
• Forklift operation, licensed – will provide certification.
• Troubleshooting basics, how to analyze a problem and step to the root cause. Help reduce cycle time to problem resolution and eliminates the “replace and see what happens method”.
• Must have minimum two years of plant experience or have demonstrated capability and knowledge to trouble shoot major plant systems.
• Installs, modifies or maintains plant equipment and assists in determining appropriate methods to accomplish these tasks.
• Must work safely and follow all documented and “common sense” safety polices and procedures.
• Read, understand, and analyze blueprints and other technical data references.
• Expert use of hand and power tools.
• Inspects plant equipment to identify potential problems prior to breakdown occurrences.
• Complies with good housekeeping practices on the job and insures work areas are clean and picked up after each job completion.
• Follows all environmental compliance polices & programs.
• Work as instructed with outside contractors.
• Must be an active member of 7:00 a.m. meeting on a daily basis, providing solutions for maintenance.
• Must assist with Planner/Scheduler and ensure all work orders are reviewed on a monthly basis to ensure system is maintained current.
• Needs to assume responsibilities for Planner/Scheduler as needed.
• Comply with all plant rules.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.
• ability to rotate to varying shifts
  
  

Mechanical

• Ability to properly, precision align belt, gear or direct coupled shafts using proper tools to specified tolerances.
• Understanding of lubrication principles and bearing tolerances and basic bearing "physics"-I.E. how does it work in terms of need for extreme care, keeping clean, etc.
• Hydraulic systems understanding - hydraulic flow principles. Effects of pipe sizes and valves on pressure drops, making proper fittings per system requirements, proper valve application, etc. Applied to water systems, hot oil, and hydraulic systems.
• Same as above for compressed air and steam, (where applicable) systems.
• Understanding of pump basics and operating characteristics including effects of suction pressures, head pressures, sealing/packing techniques.
• Ability to read air and power fluid schematics.
• Basic welding for all; structural and piping welding for at least one craft per plant.
• Pipefitting – alignment, flange, threading.
• Basic electrical component “how they work” understanding: solenoids, motors, heaters, contacts, and photo eyes.
• Ultrasonic rotating equipment troubleshooting.
  
  

Electrical

• Basic industrial electrical code.
• Capability to read schematics and P&ID drawings.
• Fusing, thermal overload protection, wire sizing, motor theory, etc.
• AC, DC and Servo drive system (basics).
• Be able to safely conduct motor control and power circuit troubleshooting. Understand fuse sizing, take motor amp readings, understand basic DC motor control, etc.
• Ability to fully troubleshoot drives-DC and AC variable frequency, and communicate technically with outside technical support when needed.
• Fully competent in electrical noise avoidance-grounding, shielding, etc.
• Burner system understanding, troubleshooting and properly tuning
• Comply with all plant rules
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area
• All other duties as assigned or needed
• Regular Attendance on site and ability to rotate to varying shifts
  
  

Skills And Abilities

The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Basic Computer Skills
• Electrical
• Basic PLC
• Hydraulic
• Pneumatics
• Basic Blueprint & Schematic reading
• Proficient in SAP PM Module
• API653
  
  

Skill

• Basic Welding
• Able to think under pressure and make quick decisions
• Ability to work well in a team or alone
• Good attention to detail
  
  

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

The Employee Must Be Able To

• Must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument
  
  

Education And/Or Experience

The employee should have the following:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Complete and pass Electrical CD Rom training provided by plant.
  
  

Experience

• Preferably five (5) years in a related maintenance trade or occupation that involved electrical, hydraulic machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to demonstrate trouble-shooting techniques and have a basic understanding of blueprints.
• Basic ability and knowledge of welding practices and hydraulic circuitry.
• Advanced understanding of electrical circuitry.
• Basic PLC knowledge.
• Must have the ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Flair for working with large industrial machines.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision with drive toward accomplishment, and to produce high quality work.
  
  

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hours
• Able to climb on and off of fork truck
• Ability to stand for 10 - 12 hours straight
• Able to climb and descend stairs for up to 12 hours continuously
• Lift and push and pull 50lbs. More than 100 times per day
• Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
• Exposure to temperature extremes
• Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Bending and twisting
• Handle, control or feel objects, tools or control
  
  

It is a requirement to be a U.S. citizen OR have valid proof of authorization to work in the United States.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

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