Morton Salt is an iconic company with a strong heritage and a bright future. Since 1848, we have been improving lives and enhancing everyday moments – at home, at work and virtually everywhere in between.  We help unlock the flavors in food, make roads and sidewalks safer, improve the water in baths, pools, and homes, and keep businesses and industries running. We are a dedicated team who constantly strives to do better together, and we are passionate about building a sustainable future for our company, the communities in which we operate, and the world around us. By joining our team, you will contribute to producing and delivering every form of salt that enhances everyday life.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Mine Maintenance Manager and the direct supervision of the Mine Maintenance Supervisor, mine mechanic C does working level installation, maintenance, repair and construction work in the mine.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Has working knowledge of one or more of the following skills and has a working knowledge of most of the remainder, i.e.: electric and gas welding, black smithing, rigging, electricity, pipe fitting, machine tool setup and operation, sheet metal layout and working, heavy and light machinery repair, construction, maintenance and installation. Troubleshoot and repair large mining equipment and work in both in and out of the shop on equipment repairs. Follow safe work procedures and best practices. Work under minimum of supervision. Frequently direct the works of others of equal or lower classification.  Operate all plant tools and be able to read and work from most blueprints and interpret construction knowledge of shop mathematics.  Operate and maintain a service truck, cut and weld when needed. Detailed communication both written and oral. May do some routine tasks such as greasing, oiling, cleaning and inspection of equipment, buildings, and attachments. Able to locate and remedy trouble in most all the plant’s various machines, equipment, and installations in the field of the skill or skills in which he is proficient. Keep working area clean, neat, and orderly, and tools clean and in good repair.  Does other jobs of a related nature as direct. May work with and assist Mechanic B, Mechanic Technician or Electrician on all types of work, but under little or no supervision or guidance – perform such tasks as dismantling and reassembly of machinery, vertical welding, building and installing ordinary sheet metal piping, installing conduit, etc. On occasions, as a matter of training, may be given tasks of a skill normally required of a Mechanic or higher classification. Normally requires over (3) years of training and experience to qualify. (1) year general shop experience and (1) year in a specialty. Good troubleshooting skills

Work Environment

Ability to complete work tasks while exposed to weather conditions. Able to learn and follow safety rules, report hazards, and take responsibility for your actions. High degree of attention required to prevent injury to self and coworkers; promote safe workplace Must be able to work safely in varying temperatures in mine workplace, and outside year round Must be able to lift and carry up to 65+ pounds regularly Must be able to wear steel-toed shoes and safety glasses Must be able to work overtime as necessary Must be able to work at heights as required

 

Essential Job Functions

Clean shop and work areas; cleaning requires employee to bend, stoop, and lift items from the floor, tables, benches, etc. – lifting would be limited to a maximum of 65 lbs. Required to work on ground level, platforms, ladders, scaffolding, hi lifts, etc.; requires the employee to climb ladders, climb scaffolding, bend stoop, twist and lift – lifting is limited to a maximum of 65 pounds. Assist in erecting ladders, scaffolding, etc. Able to cut and weld on various types of metal – weld vertical and overhead, and able to determine types and size of welding rods used on a particular metal. Operate mobile equipment, such as a forktruck, crane, and winch truck. This requires the employee to use and understand hand signals, and have hand and eye coordination to manipulate the respective controls in order to locate and place objects in the proper place. Determines job functions, procedures, and parts needed to perform tasks with little or no supervision. Works well within a group, or alone, and provides leadership when working with other people. Orders parts as necessary for repairs, or provides proper and correct information for parts to be ordered, and have knowledge where parts are stored and the procedure to find, and replace them in stock. May be required to make decisions on breakdown repairs.  Must be able to determine the extent of repairs or replacement, and also notify the proper supervisors of the task being performed – requires good verbal communication skills. May assist other journeymen, electricians, carpenters, painters, etc. in doing jobs related to their field of work. May be required to work additional hours as required, or even be required to come in early to perform work before the regular shift starts. May be required to work all shifts at times – may work alone, with an electrician, or other mechanics. Repair and troubleshoot diesel engines, belt conveyors, mobile equipment, hydraulic equipment, pumps, and other equipment – complete the necessary reports on equipment. Essential job functions are performed in all types of weather conditions, some work may be performed inside plant buildings but many are performed outside; this involves the employee to work in hot, humid, wet, dusty, cool, and cold environments – most work is performed underground.

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