Summary
Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc., makers of Yellawood brand Pressure Treated Pine, is seeking to fill a Plant Mechanic position.This position will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance, routine and non-routine repairs, and troubleshooting problems with machinery. This is a full-time position offering competitive pay and a full benefits package.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Maintains hydraulic systems, actuated valves, air systems, chain driven conveyor tables, bearings, tank transmitters, electric pumps and motors. Repair and upgrade equipment by listening to operator's description of malfunction, conducting tests, identifying problem and performing resolution. Verifies repairs testing equipment Adheres to a set preventative maintenance schedule. Maintains safe work environment by verifying machine guarding, following standards and procedures such as LOTO, and complying with all OSHA regulations Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical publications Accomplishes maintenance and organization mission and completes other duties as assigned Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Must possess valid driver's license with a clear MVR for 5 years Must possess safety boots Must possess dexterity in both hands Must be able to read detailed technical manuals Capable in operating forklift/powered tractor Through knowledge of all hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic powered equipment component operations. Including the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot failures/malfunctions Use flame cutting and welding equipment and may perform arc-welding Knowledge of basic electronics and able to diagnose electronic component malfunctions Education and/or Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of experience in troubleshooting, welding, and pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
WE OFFER COMPETITIVE PAY AND A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation and holidays 401(k) with company match Profit sharing Flexible spending accounts Dependent scholarship program About Great Southern Wood Preserving:
Great Southern Wood Preserving, Inc. is the industry's leading producer of pressure-treated lumber products for D-I-Y retail home centers, pro-dealers, and other retail building-related segments. Our YellaWood brand pressure-treated pine is widely known to consumers throughout the South who use it for various outdoor building projects. Great Southern also distributes a large volume of products from many of the best-known brands in the industry. Thanks to 15 full-service treating plants and several production facilities, Great Southern Wood is strategically located to provide prompt and efficient service to lumber yards and building supply stores throughout the South, Midwest, and Northeast.