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Mill Mechanic - Beef Northwest Feeders (Boardman)
BEEF NORTHWEST FEEDERS
66407 Taggares Ln
compensation:
$25-$35 Depending on Experience
employment type:
full-time
experience level:
mid level
job title:
Mill Mechanic
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Ensures proper operation of machinery by performing preventative maintenance and
repair of all rolling stock and implements in the feedyard. Equipment included: Commodity
trailers, cattle trucks, feed trucks, water trucks, tractors.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential
● Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
● Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, and various hand/power tools.
● Completes preventative maintenance requirements such as oil, filter, lube and grease for rolling stock including feed trucks, tractors, and other heavy equipment.
● Complete work orders on all repairs detailing parts, work completed, and time spent on repairs.
● Welding repair as needed, but not required
● Maintains shop appearance by disposing of trash, putting away supplies/tools, sweeping, etc…
● Fill out and complete a daily checklist including preventive maintenance items.
● Complies with all applicable safety rules and policies.
Marginal
● Assist the other crews with maintenance and repair issues when needed (Feeding, Mill, Hospital, Processing)
● Other tasks or duties as required
Qualifications
● Knowledge of vehicle mechanics and heavy equipment including diesel engines.
● Basic knowledge of email; Spreadsheet software and Database software.
● Valid driver’s license.
● Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
● Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
● Must be able to drive and operate equipment (trucks, loaders, tractors, etc.)
● Must be responsible and trustworthy
● Flexibility to work longer than normal schedule (earlier or later)
● Excellent safety skills and awareness needed
● Must be a team player
Typical Physical Requirements
● Mostly very heavy work requiring exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally
● Requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
● Person subject to both inside & outside weather conditions including extreme cold, heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oil, and may have to wear a respirator in certain instances
Machines Operated
● Trucks
● Loaders
● Tractors
● Skid Steers
● Welding Equipment
● Other Heavy Equipment
Production Standards
● Keep up with all rolling stock maintenance and preventative maintenance
● Maintain all necessary records of preventative maintenance
*Additional Employment Requirements are outlined in the Beef Northwest Feeders’ Employee Handbook and orientation process.
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