Mechanical Technician

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

IKO is a global leader in manufacturing roofing products with production facilities worldwide. We are currently seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our team of skilled professionals based at our Bismarck, Missouri plant.  This plant produces granules from raw material for our vertically integrated shingle manufacturing operation.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, monitoring, adjusting, and repairing manufacturing equipment and machinery throughout the granule manufacturing plant. This role ensures the safe and reliable operation of plant machinery, crushing and coloring equipment, and conveying equipment while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. This role will report to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintaining smooth operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

• Troubleshooting specific industrial equipment by using precise measuring and testing instruments.

• Dismantling and reassembling equipment using hand and power tools.

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on production equipment.

• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

• Inspecting and assessing the remaining useful life of wear components.

• Fabricating repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.

• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety protocols.

• Utilizing Maximo computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

• Ensure compliance with MSHA and company safety standards.

• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment by complying with company procedures, rules, and standards.

• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety protocols.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and documentation.

• Collaborate with operators, production personnel, and maintenance team members to resolve equipment issues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in and maintaining a safe work environment with intimate knowledge of LOTO procedures or other relevant safety practices

• Minimum of five years maintenance experience in manufacturing environment

• Experience welding, fabricating, and installing mechanical equipment

• Excellent working knowledge of appropriate use of hand tools and maintenance equipment

• Strong knowledge of mechanical lubrication, coupling, alignment, and wear components

• Ability to read and understand detailed repair & instruction manuals 

• Must be able to learn computer-based maintenance software (Maximo knowledge is a plus)

• Ability to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to lead, guide, and mentor junior millwrights

• Possess superior analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential

• Ability to manage time effectively while handling multiple jobs with varying priorities

• Must be able to work in a team setting with other tradesman

• Rotating shift, holidays, and overtime may be required.

• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in industrial environments including exposure to dust, noise, heat, and moving equipment.

• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces as required.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift

Safety and Compliance

The Mechanical Technician is expected to comply with all safety policies, regulatory requirements, and company procedures to ensure safe and compliant operations at all times.  The Mechanical Technician must prioritize safety in all tasks.  This is a safety sensitive position.

Position Level & Compensation

This position may be filled at Apprentice I, Apprentice II, Technician I, Technician II, or Journeyman level depending on the successful candidate's qualifications, experience, and demonstrated maintenance competencies. 

Compensation Range:
$30.60 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits of Employment

• Competitive Pay 

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

• Health Spending Account

• Employee Support and Mental Wellness

• Short-term and Long-term Disability

• 401k Match

• Paid Vacation

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Engagement Events

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Perks & Discounts

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.