Mechanic I

U.S. Silica Holdings Inc. is a global performance materials company and is a leading producer of commercial silica used in the oil and gas industry and in a wide range of industrial applications. Over its 124-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics, and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver more than 800 diversified products to customers across our end markets.

U.S. Silica's wholly-owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, and is dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer, and more efficient. The company has 26 operating mines and processing facilities and two additional exploration stage properties across the United States and is headquartered in Katy, Texas.

The primary function of the maintenance mechanic is to install, maintain, and repair all equipment, machinery, and facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspection on all production equipment during your shift daily and record on daily confirmation sheets.
• Complete pre-operation equipment inspection sheets on any equipment used during your shift daily.
• Follow all company safety and health policies
• MSHA, US Silica, Columbia Plant and all Task Training to be completed prior to the performance of your daily job responsibilities.
• Keep all high traffic areas clean and clear of any trash, debris, tools, hoses, or other miscellaneous items (use proper cleaning procedures for oil and other lubricants leaks and spills).
• Follow and maintain all applicable standards related to Environmental Compliance.
• Perform quality checks while operating equipment on a scheduled basis to maintain quality specifications.
• Make adjustments to equipment accordingly.
• Inspects work areas and equipment prior to beginning tasks.
• Fabricates equipment and facilities as required.
• Installs new equipment, machinery, and facilities using blueprints, schematic diagrams, installation manuals, etc.
• Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment and machinery in accordance with established manuals, etc.
• Troubleshoots, diagnosis, and repairs all equipment and machinery.
• Determines proper methods and materials used in repairs.
• Hoists, transports, and positions equipment as required using cranes, hoisting apparatus, and powered vehicles.
• Assists electrical staff when required.

 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Strong industrial background required.
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• Be willing to be an ON-CALL schedule
• Must be willing to work a 10 day on – 4 day off schedule
• Required to pass a welding, torch cutting, plasma cutting and pipe fitting test PREFERRED
• Prefer three - five years’ experience with the following skills and equipment:
• Motor/Shaft alignment
• Drill Press
• Welding and Cutting Torch
• Plasma Cutting
• Pipe Fitting
• Experience in mining environment preferred.

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace. The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature and level of work as of the preparation date. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position. This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.