Lead Maintenance Technician

Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent.

Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders.

We are seeking a qualified Lead Maintenance Technician for our operations in Whitmire, SC. This role directs and coordinates activities of vendors and workers engaged in repair, maintenance and installation of machines, tools and equipment; and in maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utility systems of industrial plant or other establishment by performing the following duties personally or through peers:

• $2,500 SIGN-ON BONUS Available

Principal Responsibilities:

• Manages maintenance work requests, determines priority and assigns appropriate resource.

• Ensures team members comply with all safety, environmental and manufacturing practices.

• Communicates to production and quality assurance equipment break downs and estimated time need to complete repairs.

• Confers with venders, management and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measure to improve operation and conditions of machine and equipment.

• Documents and reports maintenance work performed and advises of future requirements in a timely manner.

• Inspects, services, repairs and constructs plant processing equipment, including structures, utilities, loaders, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, mechanical, and pressure vessel work throughout the plant.

• Performs the preventative maintenance program established by the Company.

• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.

• Lubricates and cleans parts, equipment and machinery.

• Tests and adjusts equipment to meet performance specifications.

• Initiates purchase order for parts and machines.

• Participates and contributes to company safety program.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications:

• Education: One year certificate from college or technical school

• Experience: Three years' industrial maintenance experience

• License/Certification: N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• *Experience required in hydraulics, electrical, pumps, valves, welding

• Excellent trouble shooting skills

• Basic mechanical knowledge in wood industry preferred

• Experience in fabrication and welding of various metals (including pipe welding)

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

• Ability to read schematics and electrical drawings

• Demonstrated leadership abilities with peers

• Strong communication skills

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Employee Benefits:

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:

• The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace

• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from

• Several company-paid benefits including:

• Dental and Vision coverage

• Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies

• Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Access to a robust employee assistance program

• Competitive compensation

• Annual bonus program opportunity

• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)

• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays

• Career advancement opportunities

• Ability to purchase Company stock

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Other details

• Job Family Operations

• Pay Type Hourly

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• 1121 State Rd S-44-87, Whitmire, SC 29178, USA