Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description:

U.S. Pipe Fabrication is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Orlando, FL. The successful candidate will play a key role in directing and performing complex mechanical repair work and is responsible for the more intricate repair assignments, including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Essential Functions:

• Directs and performs inspection and the more complicated preventive maintenance work.

• Works and directs assigned men in the major overhaul of equipment.

• Responsible for checking equipment after repairs for correct adjustments.

• Directs the installation of equipment, etc. in the plant.

• Directs and performs lubrication work.

• Responsible for good housekeeping in work throughout work area and within Department.

• Does other work as assigned by supervisor.

Skills & Other Requirements:

• Must be completely versed in blueprint readings and be able to interpret and work from service manuals.

• Must be developing mechanical knowledge to keep abreast of the latest maintenance techniques.

• Must be safety conscious at all times.

• Must have a minimum of 3 years' experience as an industrial mechanic.

• Must be able to work at heights.

• Must be able to read, write legibly, and speak the English language.

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.

• Must be able to climb steps and ladders.

• Must be able to bend and stoop repeatedly.

• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing 50 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing more than 50 pounds.

• Must be able to manually roll pipe on rails.

• Responsible for completing clean-up tasks involving picking up, sweeping, and shoveling.

• Responsible for positioning equipment back in proper place after clean-up.

• Must be able to recognize defective equipment and appropriately report defects to Supervision.

• Must be able to work in both hot and cold environments.

• Must be able to practice safe work procedures and comply with applicable safety rules and regulations in a heavy industrial environment.

• Must have initiative to proceed on own with minimum of supervision.

• Must be developing mechanical knowledge to keep abreast of the latest maintenance techniques.