Maintenance Mechanic

Position: Maintenance Mechanic - Hiring Now
Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Salary Range: $31-$33/hr

Benefits:

• 13 Company paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, effective immediately
• 401(k) savings with company match
• Opportunities for advancement
• On the job training provided
• Company provides uniforms
• Boot reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement

Principal

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Incumbent will use drawings to install new machines and equipment, repair equipment breakdowns which include welding, plumbing, acetylene cutting, bearing replacement, seals, shafts, and other mechanic malfunctions.
• You will be responsible to perform mechanical preventive maintenance of all production equipment and perform major mechanical overhauls of machinery and equipment. In addition, you will be required to perform routine maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds.
• Incumbent must maintain accurate records of all time and material used for all assignments and enter the information into the Maintenance system.
• Candidate will assume responsibility for housekeeping in the maintenance area which is maintained on a level consistent with 6S standards.
• Individual will strictly observe Prysmian's safety rules as well as any special safety rules which apply to equipment unique to maintenance, reminding contractors and visitors of their responsibility to comply with all Prysmian Group safety rules as well as any applicable regulations.
• Participate as fill-in for absences caused by vacation/illness which includes weekends and all shifts as required and work overtime as needed.
• Special assignments, such as writing procedures, lock out/tag out instruction sheets, JSA's or managing projects will also be required.
• You will be expected to participate in plant initiatives aimed at enhancing safety and plant performance which includes participating as a member of the Department Safety Committee from time to time.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Successful candidate must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of mechanic issues across a broad range of subjects by attaining a satisfactory score on the NOCTI Mechanical exam, i.e.
  
  - Bearings, how they are used, installed and lubrication, brakes and clutches, pump maintenance, couplings and motors, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, braking systems, blueprint reading, welding and use of the acetylene cutting torch.

Qualifications:

• An associate degree in industrial maintenance technology or Electromechanics Maintenance Technology is desired. Two (2) years of experience in the following areas is essential:
  Hydraulics, pneumatics, blueprint reading, and equipment rebuild.
• Good math skills, along with machine shop experience are also required.
• Solid, stable work history
• Willingness to work in a team environment and participate in safety, quality and production improvement activities.
• Significant experience and selected formal coursework in the subject matter listed below could be considered as an alternate to the degree.

Courses are required covering the subject matter listed below:

• Technical Mathematics 1
• Welding Process
• Blueprint Reading
• Hydraulics/Pneumatic
• Rebuilding/Troubleshooting
• DC - AC Basics
• Pumps
• Computer Basics
• Industrial Motor Control

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform the essential duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk, and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Employee must be able to adapt to both hot and cold temperatures within the plant.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social…