Industrial Plant Maintenance Mechanic - Gary, IN

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About the role

The Maintenance Mechanic is a skilled worker in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining all components of diesel and gasoline engine-driven heavy trucks, construction equipment, and complex hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED

• Valid driver's license

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

• Must be dependable and on time

• Own means of dependable transportation

• Provide some personal tools/list available on request

• 2 years minimum experience in a petro/chemical industry

• Must be able to work in adverse/inclement weather conditions

• Must have the ability to troubleshoot, then make a good decision to fix the problem

• Must be able to read a tape measure and work with precision measuring instruments

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Performs maintenance/repairs/troubleshooting and installation on the following process plant equipment, but not limited to: pumps, motors, gear drives, centrifuges and other rotating equipment with an emphasis on seals, bearings and mechanical seals

• Performs maintenance, repair and troubleshooting on rotary screw air compressors

• Removal and installation of process valves

• Performs m/r/t on steam boilers and auxiliary equipment

• Metal fabrication skills are required

• Must be proficient in the installation and fabrication of process piping systems, pertaining to threading, welding and soldering.

• Must be able to interpret P&ID drawings

• Electricity skills are a PLUS.

• When instructed - you will be required to clean, paint and perform labor work

• Additional work related to buildings and ground maintenance

• Local travel required

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Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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