About Us: Bradken's Specialty Products business is a leading global manufacturer of innovative, complex engineered castings and fabrications for commercial and military applications. Bradken operates a global network of manufacturing, sales and service facilities employing about 3,000 people worldwide. How we go about our work is just as important as the work we do.
Position Overview: An exciting opportunity exists for a Maintenance Mechanic to join the Bradken Maintenance Department at the Tacoma, WA Foundry. The Maintenance Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for preventative maintenance and following work instructions in a safe and timely manner.
Primary Responsibilities
Performing repairs, modifications, and new parts installations on existing equipment
Carrying out preventive maintenance on equipment per the schedule and work instructions provided
Participating in the installation of new plant equipment
Repairing and installing pneumatics, hydraulics, and structural framing
Maintaining required record files and maintenance logs
Utilizing proper tools necessary to perform maintenance & repairs
Understand and follow Lock-out Tag-out, Confined space and Fall protection policies
Keep areas clean and practice good housekeeping in work areas
Qualifications:
2 years experience as an industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Previous vocational or technical college course work preferred
Experience:
Experience in pneumatics, hydraulics, plumbing, and carpentry on production machinery and facilities
Electrical experience is preferred
Welding and fabrication and use of plasma and cutting equipment experience is a plus
Previous training in HazMat and Spill Prevention is a plus
PLC skills preferred
Skills and Knowledge:
Ability to complete necessary paperwork including work orders for preventative maintenance
Ability to read a tape measure and do basic math including fractions required
Ability to use hand and power tools
Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems required
Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and structural diagrams required
Applicants must be either U.S. citizens, green card holders, or permanent residents of the United States to be considered for this position.
Why join our team at Bradken? We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.
Benefits
Successful applicants will be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 once you commence work with us*.
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
Life and AD&D coverage provided by Bradken
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Bradken
Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation
401(k) with a company match
Employee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities
We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and global programs.
100 years of knowledge and experience behind us, endless opportunities ahead.
Sign-on Bonus payments are subject to meeting with policy and criteria.
Prior to commencing employment, you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.
Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.