Mechanic Millwright

We are always looking for great people who share our commitment to excellent service and value our Core Principles.

T. Parker Host is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

In 2019, T. Parker Host acquired United Bulk Terminals (UBT) on Mile 55 of the Mississippi River as one of the largest bulk terminals in the U.S. Gulf, specializing in coal and petcoke. This 1,200 acre property in Davant, Louisiana is capable of extensive loading, discharging and storage - with deep-water docks, fleeting capacity for 500 barges and over 40 pieces of heavy equipment to handle cargo loads.

Since the acquisition, HOST has made extensive improvements in systems and equipment, making the facility safer, more environmentally friendly, and more efficient to better serve our customers.

Install, maintain, diagnose and repair machinery related to the unloading, loading, transfer and storage of cargo including conveying equipment, pulleys, gearboxes, drag conveyors, structures, hydraulics, ship loader, stacker reclaimer and various support equipment.

• Perform all levels of repair and precision maintenance to conveyors, belting, compressors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, structures and all associated equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems, give recommendations for repairs and make all critical machine and system adjustments.
• Remove and install parts, disassemble and assemble components, test and adjust assemblies with minimal to no supervision.
• Modify and fabricate machine systems by welding, cutting, grinding and bolting.
• Test and verify correct operation of all repairs and adjustments.
• Accurately document repair and wrench time information in company CMMS program. This will include:
  Cause, Correction, Confirmation.
• Complete work in a safe and timely manner in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Perform routine inspections on assigned equipment and report finding in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Perform all work in compliance with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform any other terminal functions as trained, requested and instructed by supervision.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Shift work to include possible evening and weekend shifts.
• Other duties assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Advanced knowledge in millwright duties.
• Proficient in welding and fabrication techniques. (ARC,MIG)
• Proficient in hydraulic/pneumatic principles and application.
• Understanding and application of lubricants and maintenance best practices.
• Knowledge and application of machinery alignments both manual and laser.
• Must be able to read and comprehend specifications, service and parts literature, read build prints and follow engineering drawings.
• Must be able to use and understand precision measuring devices both metric and standard to include gauges, displays, micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, alignment tools, levels, and torque tools.
• Must be able to communicate thoughts and ideas in both verbal and written form.
• Must have proficient mechanical aptitude as it pertains to structures, leverage, metallurgy, fasteners, rotating assemblies, gears and material strength. Must be highly skilled with hand tools, air tools, precision measuring tools and instruments, chain hoist, presses, metal saws, cranes and rigging equipment.
• Knowledge of use of various heavy equipment including Caterpillar, Volvo, Komatsu, Manitowoc.
• Friction crane experience a plus.
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT) Strongly preferred…