Position Summary
The Mechanic’s primary role is to maintain and repair a variety of equipment including conveyor belts, some heavy equipment and working with basic power tools. The mechanic will also perform the following but not limited to preventative and corrective maintenance, failure analysis, diagnostics, repairs, inspections, assembling and rebuilding of components or equipment.
- Perform technical work such as welding, mechanics, and equipment maintenance.
- Assist Foreman in meeting daily production goals and executing direction of assigned tasks from Shift Operating Plans.
- Plan work and repairs for scheduled or unscheduled downtime events to reduce overall downtime.
- Perform maintenance duties on loader specifically grease fittings, change air filters, and ensure loader is fueled.
- Clear all sand from the hopper at the end of the production run.
- Install conveyor belts in industrial settings.
- Identify imperfections and problem areas on conveyor belts and repair timely.
- Perform routine maintenance on conveyor belts to assure they are clean and free of defects.
- Repair and adjust conveyor systems, using hand tools to install belts in machinery, tighten bolts, adjust tension rolls, straighten parts, align rollers, and replace defective parts.
- Assist the foreman to ensure the continued operation of the plant and equipment.
- Ensure the plant and warehouse area is ready for production and areas are free of debris, and organized by sand type for each designated area.
- Assist in the development and training of all productions and operations teams.
- Attend safety meetings and meetings of priority as required by Safety Manager and Plant Management.
- Execute the direction and priorities set by the Safety Manager and Plant Management.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Ability to demonstrate safe work habits and work well with others in a team environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
- Basic problem solving and organizational skills.
- Must be able to accurately measure and work well with hands and use basic power tools.
- Must be mechanically inclined.
- Some knowledge on Heavy Equipment maintenance and repair.
- Able to clear pre-employment physical & drug/alcohol and job-relevant screens.
- Able to read and write in English.
- Ability to lift heavy equipment up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to access the work environment by use of a ladder at heights of 50 ft. or more
- Long periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary
- Able to perform duties with protective equipment, working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery
- Mobility, including entering confined spaces, enter areas by the use of ladders or other access devices; ability to bend, stoop, twist, stand, squat, crawl and walk.
- Work may be performed in all weather conditions.
- High school diploma or GED
- Heave equipment experience
- Mechanics Training/Certifications
- Welding Training/Certifications
- 3 Years Experience Manufacturing/Productions/Industrial Environment or related
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Arepet Industries, LLC was established in 2009; with the heart of the operation based in San Antonio, TX and headquarters in McAllen, Texas. Arepet Industries, LLC is a leader in Frac Sand production servicing the oil and gas industry in the Eagle Ford shale. We are committed to offering a quality product and professional service along with a safe working environment to all that work at or visit our facility. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, offer flexible work schedules and competitive wages.
Company Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Accident, Critical Illness & Short-term Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
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