Plant Maintenance Technician
Full Time • Akron/Riverview Rd.
Job Description
KB BioEnergy is dedicated to protecting our environment for current and future generations by generating renewable energy using sustainable technology. KB BioEnergy operates and maintains the Akron Renewable Energy Facility, which is responsible for managing all of the wastewater solids from the City's Water Reclamation Facility. We operate our facility 24/7/365.
KB BioEnergy is currently looking for a 2nd Shift Plant Maintenance Technician with a mechanical skill set to join our team in Akron, OH.
The Maintenance Technician performs work throughout the plant for regular operations, regular and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, analysis and repair of equipment and related components for a sludge pumping and treatment facility and biogas driven electrical generation systems.
2nd shift hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The work week will be either Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday.
2nd & 3rd shift receive a shift differential for hours worked. Final shift depends upon seniority and shift openings.
2nd & 3rd shift receive a shift differential for hours worked. Final shift depends upon seniority and shift openings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate, monitor and maintain facility operations
- Inspect, repair, remove, install, operate and assemble complex pumps, motors, compressors, conveyors, chemical handling systems and related components
- Remove, replace, repair hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanically operated valves
- Remove and install electronic and mechanical flow measuring devices
- Cut, thread and fit piping systems
- Operate various tools including hand tools, welders, pneumatic and electric tools
- Operate computers and CMMS to obtain work orders, place work orders, log work performed, and search for inventory parts
- Read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Follow all KB BioEnergy safety guidelines and complete incident reports immediately when required
- Perform general housekeeping in the maintenance shop and throughout the facility
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required
- Other duties may be assigned
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.
KB BioEnergy is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 330-864-2621. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Qualifications
Education and/or Experience
- Certificate of completion from a 2-year mechanical technology program or mechanical training program preferred
- Will consider military experience in lieu of educational requirement
- 2 years experience in industrial setting preferred
Requirements
- Able to perform maintenance trades including electrical, machinist, rigging systems, welding, pipe fitting and fabrication, pumps and piping systems, gearbox and bearing maintenance, lubrication, mechanical maintenance, and hydraulic and pneumatic
- Strong mechanical aptitude, hydraulic and/or electrical diagnosis
- Basic familiarity with diesel and gasoline engines
- Ability to multi task
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to learn new programs/software as needed
- Ability to work 2nd shift and holidays
- Candidates must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Preferred
- Basic computer skills
- Able to operate heavy equipment
- Able to work under special work conditions, such as extreme heat or cold
- Able to use or become familiar with testing equipment
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, twist, bend, stoop, climb ladders, push, pull, shovel, pound, lift, talk, and hear
- Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work in an environment with the following conditions: moderate equipment noise, odor, near moving mechanical parts and machines, exposure to inside and outside weather conditions, wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and vibration.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment
Compensación: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour
Somos un empleador con igualdad de oportunidades y todos los candidatos calificados recibirán consideración por el empleo sin distinción de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, estado de discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley.
KB BioEnergy is a family-owned and operated business that has provided waste-to-resource solutions to wastewater treatment plants for over 30 years. What started as the region’s largest residuals compost facility has turned into one of the leading waste-to-energy facilities in the United States under the guidance of our experienced team. With our leading state-of-the-art technology, skilled team, and award-winning operations, KB BioEnergy offers sustainable value-added solutions for municipal wastewater treatment plants and biomass producers throughout the Midwest.
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