MECHANIC \n

The Mechanic provides mechanical and preventative maintenance duties in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of equipment, trucks, and vehicles at the location. \n

Key Responsibilities and Duties\n\nInspects, maintains and repairs or adjusts parts on equipment, trucks and vehicles.\nKeeps maintenance records.\nPlaces orders for parts and supplies needed for equipment repair or services. \nRecommends purchases of new equipment and supplies or outsourcing of repairs.\nMaintain miscellaneous equipment in the yard or at customer sites (i.e., mags, bins, silos, containers, pumps, etc.).\nMaintains tools and equipment provided by Austin Powder Company.\nOrders and stock parts according to usage records, using designated suppliers.\nPerforms or schedules all fleet repairs and maintenance with proper documentation to meet regulatory agency and APC policies.\nKeeps garage and work area clean and organized. \nReports employee, vendor or equipment issues to Location Manager.\nDevelops and maintains positive work relationships with co-workers, customers, vendors, and government agencies.\nDisplays work behaviors that are honest and ethical in pursuit of APC business goals. \nMaintains a safe working environment in compliance with all regulations and APC policies.\nCompletes and maintains a safe working environment in compliance with all regulations and APC policies.\nMaintains all required licenses and\/or certifications needed to perform mechanical duties and operate equipment at the location. \nOther duties as assigned.\n\n

Education and Experience \n\nHigh school or equivalent (GED) degree\n21+ years of age as required by DOT.\n5 years mechanic experience\n2 years driving experience with a Class B CDL\nCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with the following classes:\n\nClass A - Any Combination over 26,001 (preferred)\nClass B - Single vehicle over 26,001 or two vehicles.\nClass C - Combination of single vehicle less than 26,000\nHazardous Material.\nX-Combination of Tank and Hazardous Material.\nAir Brake.\n\n\n\n

Skills and Knowledge\n\nAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.\nAbility to solve practical problems and deal with situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.\nAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, product bulletins, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to identify products by sight.\nAbility to speak effectively with employees and customers.\n\n

Work Environment \n

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.\n\nOutdoor climate and terrain. Exposure to dust, noise, oils, greases, and other debris.\nWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is also required to stand; sit; use hands to operate controls, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.\n\n
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AUSTIN POWDER's Mission\n

To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.\n

AUSTIN POWDER's Vision\n

We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.\n

AUSTIN POWDER's Values\n

Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.\n

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is an unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture.\n

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.\n

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.