Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Get ready to grow with us!

Northwest Pipe Company is the nation's leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products and with over 50 years of experience, we're just getting started! Our business is growing, and we're looking for great people to grow with us. We're immediately seeking a IndustrialMaintenance Mechanicto join our Northwest Pipe team inPortland, OR.

WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Bonus Potential (2x per year)
• Up to $2,500 per year Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (Day 1 of Employment)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety

Our Values

• Accountabilityis evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions.
• Commitmentis not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen.
• Teamworkis essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success.

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Maintenance Mechanic repairs, maintains and performs preventive/predictive maintenance on plant equipment.This position provides specialty support to the maintenance department and production departments throughout the facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows all safety and company policies / procedures and promotes a safe culture
• Complies with all OSHA safety requirements, work rules and regulations
• Wear all required personal protective equipment
• Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical difficulties on diesel powered heavy construction
• and power-driven equipment including trucks, tractors, bull dozers, backhoes, diesel trucks; diagnose cause of malfunction using knowledge of electronic and mechanical test equipment.
• Perform inspection of assigned equipment; replace or repair faulty parts and equipment.
• Overhaul, repair, rebuild and adjust engines, transmissions, differentials and clutches; perform inspection of assigned equipment; repair and replace accessories on equipment.
• Tune up engines by replacing ignition parts and cleaning and adjusting carburetors.
• Diagnose and repair computerized control systems, ignition systems, power steering and cooling systems.
• Maintain/propose standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job safety analysis(JSAs)
• Repair, adjust and replace brake systems including disc, hydraulic and air brakes.
• Reports machinery defects or malfunctions to supervisor
• Records and maintains production, repair, and equipment maintenance information for CMMS applications
• Research and order parts using purchasing protocols
• Weld, fabricate and assemble parts and accessories for heavy equipment
• Maintain and secure work tools
• Clean shop and work areas
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate mobile machinery certified to use
• Research and order parts using purchasing protocols
• Maintain and secure work tools
• Clean shop and work areas
• Maintain / propose standard operating procedures (SOPs) and job safety analysis(JSAs)
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary
• Research and order parts using purchasing protocols
• Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications
• Maintain and secure work tools; Clean shop and work areas
• Safely operate mobile machinery certified to use
• Other duties as directed and assigned
• This position may interact within all levels of the Northwest Pipe organization. Additionally, this position may have contact with business partners, customers, vendors, visitors and / or government agencies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mechanic's I-II have no supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
• Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent to draw and interpret bar graphs
• Ability to apply common sense understand to carry out detailed written and oral instructions
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, and/or schedule format
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance protocols and tools
• Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: Hand tools, stationary equipment, vehicles
• Must be able to use precision measuring equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence
• Reading gauges and watching guides
• Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, multitask and work independently with attention to detail
• Ability to work against and meet deadlines
• Must have all aspects of communications skills; interpersonal, written and verbal, for dealing with all levels of associates, and for writing reports, and reading instructions and parts manuals. Based on the requirements of the Summary of Job Purpose indicated above for each mechanic category, must also possess the following skills or aptitudes:
• Fluid Power (pumps, valves, and pneumatics, and seals) repair and maintenance
• Power transmission (bearings, brakes, clutches, drives, and lubrication) repair and maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• HVAC&R
• Use of precision measuring equipment
• Steam generation and transmission
• Use of test equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Ability to secure power and lock out equipment for maintenance procedures
• Managing one's own time and taking initiative
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification and or Associates Degree preferred
• Successful completion of apprenticeship program strongly desired

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Forklift Mechanic Certification, Certification on Material Handling Equipment and or Certificate in Diesel and Heavy Machinery preferred
• Electrical License, Plant Journeyman or higher strongly desired

Mechanic I - minimum two years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment

Mechanic II - minimum three-five years experience in a heavy manufacturing environment

Full list of anticipated physical demands for this position and detail on our work environment is available on our application portal. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check.

Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date