Mill Mechanic 4 (Vernal, UT)

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This role provides a variety of maintenance services for the mill.

Key Responsibilities

Perform quality maintenance on all milling equipment

Perform preventive maintenance on equipment

Operate maintenance equipment: forklift, backhoe, small 6-ton crane, service trucks, pickup, manlifts, tails dam crane, snow plow, boom truck

Equipment lubrication, troubleshooting, poly-pipe fusion, gas and arc welding, mill liner replacement, pump repair, valve repair

Recognize and report any hazards

File accurate maintenance records and reports

Prepare and present safety tips and safety meetings

Housekeeping duties and other tasks assigned

Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures and government regulations

Typical Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant Experience

Drafting skills

Computer skills

Welding

Plant process knowledge

Other Information

Good written and oral communication skills; legible handwriting

Ability to work well alone and with others in a team oriented environment; must have the ability to interface effectively with others so that information is professionally communicated

Promote, support and ensure self-compliance with safety rules; must be able to certify for respirator use

Ability to operate maintenance equipment

Basic knowledge of tools and their proper use; general mechanical background and experience

Cutting and welding skills (test may be required)

Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, on and off equipment, work at elevated heights and in cramped quarters, work outside in adverse weather conditions, and walk over rough terrain

Must be able to work safely in extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, wet, dusty, noisy) inside and outside and in confined work spaces

Ability to perform basic math calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and some algebra)

Ability to interpret blueprints and create basic drawings

Must have thorough understanding of tools and their proper use; must have required tools per tool list

Able to work shift work and overtime as required to meet operational goals

Prompt and regular attendance, dependability, and safe work performance required

Valid UT driver’s license or ability to get one

Job Requisition ID: 22384

Travel Required: None

Location(s): ABW Mine - Vernal

Country: United States

**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. **