Plant Mechanic

Company: Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc.
Location: Portland
Posted on: May 8, 2024

Job Description:

WHAT WE DO As a premier provider of environmental services in the Western United States, Patriot Environmental Services provides a wide range of industrial, emergency response and remediation services. We are committed to the principles of safety, superior customer service and experience, and unyielding quality and dedication. We provide a broad array of environmental services to meet any need that our clients may have. From emergency spill response to hazardous waste transportation to wastewater treatment, or from industrial cleaning to full facility closure and remediation, Patriot can do it all with our own internal resources and do so while accomplishing every metric of success. Our mission is to always be Prepared and Professional. Join the team that makes a difference! DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Remove, install, disassemble, lubricate and maintain a variety of equipment utilized in an industrial wastewater treatment setting including but not limited to pumps, motors, mixers, conveyors, valves, gearboxes, drive chains, decanter centrifuges.
• Follows standard guidelines, technical documents, manufacturer IOM for installation and maintenance of plant equipment.
• Utilize industrial equipment such as powered lifts, rigging and hoists.
• Perform painting, coating and sealing as required.
• Order and pick up materials as required.
• Coordinates maintenance activities with outside vendors as required.
• Assist with plant cleaning tasks (tanks, pits, filter media change out, etc)
• Answer emergency calls when on uncontrolled standby.
• Assist with general plant operations as operations dictate.
• Attend safety meetings, complete training requirements and perform all work in a safe manner
• Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Schedule has some flexibility (day shifts only).
• Tools negotiable. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 5 years of maintenance experience in a plant setting.
  • Experience installing and maintaining pumps.
  • Welding and fabricating experience (stick, MIG, mild steel, stainless).
  • Process pipefitting experience a plus.
  • Electrical experience a plus.
  • Driving record that meets company standards and current DMV printout, required. CORE COMPETENCIES AND SPECIFIC SKILLS
    • Good organization and cleanliness.
    • Technical ability to read and understand manuals and schematics.
    • Good communication and problem solving skills
    • Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
    • Safety conscious PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
      • Pull/push 50 lbs. unassisted on a frequent daily basis.
      • Twist and turn in full range of motion in arms, hands, torso, neck, back, and legs on a frequent daily basis.
      • Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted on a frequent daily basis.
      • Lift items over head on a frequent daily basis.
      • Crouch/stoop for prolonged periods.
      • Stand 6 or more hours per day.
      • Exposed to all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.
      • Work long hours. BENEFITS
        • PTO, paid holidays, sick time
        • Medical, dental, vision, life insurances
        • 401(k) with company matching Patriot Environmental Services is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) Check us out online at

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