What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Tech I position at US Silica Energy Company?
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.
JOB PURPOSE:
To fabricate, install, maintain, and repair all equipment, machinery, and facilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Inspects work areas and equipment prior to beginning tasks.
- Work at heights up to 80 feet accessed by stairs without a man lift
- Installs new equipment, machinery, and facilities using blueprints, schematic diagrams, installation manuals, etc.
- Performs maintenance on all equipment, facilities, and machinery in accordance with established schedules and procedures.
- Troubleshoots, diagnosis, and repairs equipment, facilities, and machinery.
- Determines proper methods and materials used in repairs.
- Hoists, transports, and positions equipment as required using cranes, hoisting apparatus, and powered vehicles.
- Clean up and other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- High School Diploma
- Ability to work as a part of a team with co-workers of various skill levels.
- Skilled in welding, cutting and rigging.
- Ability to run fabrication and hoisting equipment
- Ability to work from elevated spaces (man lifts and crane baskets) in all weather conditions.
- Ability to operate all equipment on site
- Ability to work at heights up to 80 feet without a lift
