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WIN Waste Innovations Mechanic 2nd Class - Night Shift in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Position : Mechanic 2nd Class - Night Shift
Requisition ID: : 24-933
WIN Waste Innovations is a waste management company committed to delivering essential waste management solutions to customers and communities supported by our team of 2,100 employees. We believe in preserving our environment for future generations while providing for today's needs. WIN Waste Innovations is a vertically integrated business with a platform of 50 strategically located collection, transfer and disposal assets. These include waste-to-energy facilities, transfer stations, ash monofills, landfills, and fleets of rail cars and collection vehicles. We process more than 11 million tons of waste annually, converting 6.7 million tons of waste into clean, renewable energy that powers 340,000 homes. We recycle more than 234,000 tons of plastic, paper and metals from the waste stream.
Our WIN Waste Innovations facility is currently seeking an energetic, self-motivated Maintenance Mechanic who will be responsible for the installation, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, and maintain of mechanical equipment throughout the facility in a safe and professional manner. The mechanics responsibilities may include but are not limited to initiates and completes work-orders and requisitions and documents all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis. Respond and report to work during off hours when emergency repairs are required. Troubleshoot equipment, diagnose problems and repairs. Operate other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment.
Essential Responsibilities:
Initiates and completes work-orders and requisitions and documents all critical and or pertinent information on a routine basis
Ability to use and become proficient with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software (Tabware)
Available to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime,
Respond and report to work during off hours when emergency repairs are required and ability to be on call
Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, diagnose problems, and make necessary repairs
Operate mobile equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, manlifts, skid steer type loaders, and other mobile equipment
Perform Preventative maintenance activities and other routine maintenance and repairs around facility grounds
Identify and repair potential safety hazards
Ability to don all necessary PPE and safely work at heights, confined spaces, and other precarious places
Ability to communicate effectively via radio using three-part communication
Actively participate and support operations functions as necessary, including but not limited to internal equipment inspections, fire watch, cleaning of work area(s), etc.
Use various Machine shop equipment such as a bandsaw, drill press, Bridgeport, stationary grinder, parts washer, etc.
Knowledge of welding practices, including but not limited to; SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, Brazing and Soldering processes
Proficient knowledge, skills and abilities required to properly identify and safely and effectively use and maintain hand tools and portable power tools on a routine basis while performing maintenance tasks
Knowledge of operating equipment in a Waste-to-Energy facility or similar industry including but not limited to, chain & flight conveyors, belt conveyors, hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, overhead cranes, and various style pumps
Works rotating shifts, if requested
Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing; as well as communicate clearly whether using in-situ intercom system, two-way radio, or face to face
Follows standard safety and environmental procedures, correct safety, and environmental hazards, and report them to the Shift Supervisor immediately. Reads, understands, and applies information such as lockout/tagout procedures, safety and environmental rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Maintains and follows all Company environmental compliance, health and safety requirements, policies, procedures, and rules within
Completes all required Environmental Management System and Compliance Training
Complete the Corporate and Plant Training Programs within the time frame prescribed
Preferred Requirements:
High School diploma (GED)
Tech Schooling Experience
Proven mechanical abilities in previous jobs, 3 -- 5 years of mechanical background or experience working in a construction type environment
Proficient with Oxy-Acetylene and Plasma torch usage
Ability to read and record measurements with precision
Qualified in structural welding in accordance with D1.1 or demonstrate interest in obtaining certification
Certificates and Licenses:
- Licenses as required by Local, State, Federal, Environmental and/or Health/Safety Regulatory agencies.
Work Environment:
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Noise in work environment
Physical Demand:
Stand
Sit for prolonged periods of time
Walk
Handle tools, equipment, fine motor skills
Reach with hands and arms
Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
Stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, crawl
Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations
Lift 50 lbs.
Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, and uneven surfaces
Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, corrected or otherwise
Operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 psi line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire
Operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lb portable units
Access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12" by 16" manways
PPE Required:
Work in areas under adverse conditions that may require the donning and use of personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, the following with average fatigue:
Negative pressure respirator
Positive pressure respirator
Self-contained breathing apparatus (steel or composite bottle)
Hardhat
Approved safety shoes
Eye protection
Rubber suit and gloves
Chemical resistant suit
Heat resistant outerwear
Flame resistant outerwear
Approved hearing protection
Gloves
Safety harness
At WIN Waste Innovations, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.