Maintenance Mechanic

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

Salary Range $20.00 - $25.00 per hour DOE and Qualifications 

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing maintenance support on stationary and mobile equipment. This position is also responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety, Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reads and evaluates work order/plan of action and plans projects accordingly.
• Performs and documents daily pre-operational inspections on equipment and work areas.
• Performs safety inspections on equipment and makes needed adjustments and or repairs.
• Preforms scheduled equipment services on trucks, forklifts, etc.
• Fills out required paperwork including inspections and work orders, etc.
• Determines if a machine must be shut down for repairs.
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting is required.
• Replace equipment parts with proper instructions is required.
• Operates shop equipment; drill press, welders, grinder, digital voltmeters, battery charger, cutting equipment, pressure washer, and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• Assists in fabricating projects working with various materials and tools.
• Forklift operation is required.
• Traveling to satellite locations (Dayton & Sparks) and performing maintenance work is required. 
• After hours emergency repair work may be required as needed. 
• Regularly meets with supervisor.
• Maintains work area clean and clutter free per company standards.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time by the company or its designated representatives.
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High school education or equivalent.
• Valid Class C driver’s license required.
• Must be able to utilize personally owned tools on the job is required.
• Basic welding and machinery maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of auto electrical system, brake system (air and hydraulic), diesel systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems is preferred.
• Basic reading and writing skills required.
• Basic mathematics and counting is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a professional manner in dealing with employees and the public.
• Operation of mobile electronic equipment may be required. 
• Ability to operate forklift, drill press, welders, grinders, digital voltmeters and any other equipment is preferred to perform duties.
• Predictable, and Regular attendance is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen; stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling may be required.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist.
• Lifting up-to 75 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.    

• Shop and plant environments with moderate to loud noise, moving and vibrating machinery, dusty, dirty, fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, hot and cold (non-weather) conditions.
• Working areas may include elevated working platforms.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace