Maintenance Mechanic, 2nd Shift - Pittston, PA

Pittston, PA, US, 18640

Job ID:  502227

Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services.

Position Overview 
Primarily responsible for ongoing equipment maintenance, detecting and diagnosing problems, repairing and replacing parts in order to establish optimal equipment functioning, cleanup of maintenance work area, and other assigned duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for own personal safety always as well as, maintain the highest standard of safety and quality in all aspects of the job.
• Be able to identify any associated risks, and how to implement appropriate controls. 
• Monitor work area and surroundings during task completion and machinery operation.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations, manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening and watching for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoist, cranes and hand power tools.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using required tools.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintains continuity with management by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Must have the ability to trouble shoot and repair all machine systems, stationary and mobile.
• Experience rebuilding/replacing major mobile components such as engine, transmission, etc. is not needed. Must be able to proficiently weld (horizontal and vertical) and cut with a torch.
• Demonstrate safe and proper application of hand, pneumatic and electric tools.
• Demonstrate proper lockout tag-out procedures.
• Demonstrate safe lifting, rigging, and blocking techniques.
• Run all manlifts, forklifts and any other mobile equipment to full capacity.
• Maintain operator logs, forms and records in accordance with company policy regulations.
• Detect and report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Safely maintain work area and vehicle in a clean and orderly condition.
• Travel between the Pittston and Dorrance locations as needed.
• Ability to be self-motivated.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. 

• At least 2 years' experience in plant maintenance.

• One-year certificate or A.S. degree from a community college or technical school, i.e. electro-mechanical, metal fabrication, welding, etc.

• Basic computer skills

Requirements 

• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.

• Must submit to a drug screen and criminal background check.

• Strict adherence to the Pennsy Supply, Inc. Safety Manual.

• Strict adherence to the Pennsy Supply, Inc. policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook.

About Pennsy Supply

Pennsy Supply operated in Pennsylvania as a family run business producing asphalt, aggregates, and concrete as well as providing construction services until joining the CRH family in 1993. With being a part of the CRH family they are now a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer, the third-largest aggregates producer, and one of the top 5 ready mixed concrete producers in the Unites States. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pennsy Supply, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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