Maintenance Mechanic

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC (Millwright)

Alabama, Spoke

Operations

The Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical equipment and systems used in a battery recycling environment. This role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production machinery, material handling systems, and facility infrastructure while adhering to environmental, health, and safety regulations.

The Role:

• Responsible for the daily, weekly, monthly, bi-annual, and annual preventative maintenance activities on all plant equipment


• Maintain and repair industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, i.e. pumps, conveyor belts, shredders, piping, platework, tanks, agitators, compressors, pneumatics, hydraulics


• Timely repair of equipment in any breakdown condition to preserve the integrity of the production planning process and minimize downtime


• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and implement timely repairs to reduce downtime


• Machining, welding, and fabrication using welding equipment, hand, and power tools


• Maintain and update the preventative maintenance records


• Maintain, identify, and update critical parts inventory


• Read and interpret schematics, manuals, and technical drawings


• Contacting, coordinating with, and supporting outside contractors to ensure timely repairs, special PM activities, modify existing equipment or commissioning new equipment


• Perform and maintain general building maintenance


• Working accurately with numbers, and on occasion doing basic drawings of machine parts


• Supporting Plant Manager with special projects and fabrication activities (new equipment installs, equipment upgrades, process modifications, jigs, fixtures, and other projects) as required


• Follow strict safety procedures, including:

• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)


• Hot work permits


• Fire prevention and emergency response protocols


• Procedures for handling energized or damaged lithium-ion batteries

• Organization and upkeep of maintenance and tool area


• Working independently and with others to solve mechanical and technical problems


• Contribute toward improving the maintenance system and associated procedures


• Open and clear communication with management on issues, challenges and critical matters related to maintenance, tooling, or special projects

Physical and Environment Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs


• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, kneel, bend, and stand for extended periods


• Ability to work in industrial environments with noise, dust, heat, and chemical exposure


• Must wear required PPE, including flame-resistant clothing, respirators, and protective equipment

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and be able to seek greater knowledge and understanding of the systems, processes, and hazards


• Safe and efficient in task completion and problem solving


• Excellent organizational and time management skills


• Positive people skills


• Works well alone or as a team


• A quick learner with excellent troubleshooting skills


• Able to react quickly and effectively in time-sensitive situations


• A positive and proactive attitude towards safety is essential.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years millwright experience


• High school education with a valid Millwright License


• Dual-ticket Millwright/Electrician (preferred)


• Experience in an industrial processing plant


• PLC controls and preventative maintenance systems knowledge


• Basic Computer Skills


• CWB Certification

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift


• Monday to Friday


• Overtime and weekends required during breakdowns


• On call