Maintenance Technician

Position Overview:The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining all industrial equipment at the mine and plant site. This includes installing/repairing mechanical piping, rotating equipment, fabricating and welding. The Mechanic must be able to demonstrate proficiency in pump rebuilding, equipment alignment, and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems.Position Responsibilities:Work incident and injury free.Repair rotating equipment, including pumps, agitators, crushers, mills, and turbines.Troubleshoot mechanical equipment and piping systems and determine the root cause of equipment failures.Operate cranes, boom trucks and man lifts.Rebuild pumps back to manufacturing tolerances.Climb ladders, work at heights and in confined spaces.May work alone or with others.Shift work.Complete any other tasks as needed or as directed by management.Basic Qualifications:Five (5) years minimum industrial experience as a Journeyman Millwright or related role.Extended experience in precision alignment with lasers and dial indicators.Blueprint reading.Rebuilding of various process pumps required.Experience with process piping and hydraulic systems.Alignment tracking of conveyor belts.Proof of passing the NCCER Industrial Maintenance Mechanics Written and competence tests and/or provide proof of completing a certified 4-year apprentice millwright/plant mechanic program preferred.HS/GED required.Graduate from an applicable certified apprentice program or company approved mechanical training program.NCCCO crane operation certified preferred.Boiler operating certification preferred.Valid Driver’s License to drive company vehicles on and off property.Desired Qualities:Must understand the operating characteristics of each type of pump and pipe.Must be able to fabricate piping systems of each classification of pipe.Must be able to fabricate complex piping configuration using threaded CS pipe.Must understand the standard process for alignment for common equipment, pumps, fans agitators along with tolerances.Must be able to align a pump/motor using laser alignment devices and machine.Must be able to align pump/motor assembly using dial indicators.Must be able to properly tension belt drive systems.Must be able to demonstrate the rigging basics including the use of hand signal and calculation of rigging size.Must be able to demonstrate the ability to properly rig a 1,000 lb. unbalanced load in a short rigging configuration pass and maintain riggings certification.Must have basic knowledge of, and the ability to troubleshoot, maintenance issues of each major component of equipment (conveyors, elevators, dust collectors, fans and crushers.)Must have basic knowledge of the characteristics of roller, ball and antifriction bearings.Must know the proper installation technique for each of the types of bearings.Must have knowledge of basic equipment lubrications theory and fundamentals.Must be able to use ultrasonic lubrication for rotating equipment.Must know the proper technique of sampling gearboxes and pressurized oil systems.Must have a working knowledge of RCFA and the ability to troubleshoot electro/hydraulic/pneumatic system using the RCFA process.Must know the proper use of mechanic hand tools.Must follow all company policies and safety rules.MP Materials is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Underrepresented groups/Women/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the position’s requirements will still be considered qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation.