Job Description

KB BioEnergy is dedicated to protecting our environment for current and future generations by generating renewable energy using sustainable technology. KB BioEnergy operates and maintains the Akron Renewable Energy Facility, which is responsible for managing all of the wastewater solids from the City's Water Reclamation Facility. We operate our facility 24/7/365.

KB BioEnergy is currently looking for a 2nd Shift Plant Maintenance Technician with a mechanical skill set to join our team in Akron, OH.

The Maintenance Technician performs work throughout the plant for regular operations, regular and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting, analysis and repair of equipment and related components for a sludge pumping and treatment facility and biogas driven electrical generation systems.

2nd shift hours are 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The work week will be either Sunday through Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday. 2nd & 3rd shift receive a shift differential for hours worked. Final shift depends upon seniority and shift openings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate, monitor and maintain facility operations

Inspect, repair, remove, install, operate and assemble complex pumps, motors, compressors, conveyors, chemical handling systems and related components

Remove, replace, repair hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanically operated valves

Remove and install electronic and mechanical flow measuring devices

Cut, thread and fit piping systems

Operate various tools including hand tools, welders, pneumatic and electric tools

Operate computers and CMMS to obtain work orders, place work orders, log work performed, and search for inventory parts

Read and interpret blueprints and schematics

Follow all KB BioEnergy safety guidelines and complete incident reports immediately when required

Perform general housekeeping in the maintenance shop and throughout the facility

Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required

Other duties may be assigned

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

KB BioEnergy is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 330-864-2621. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Certificate of completion from a 2-year mechanical technology program or mechanical training program preferred

Will consider military experience in lieu of educational requirement

2 years experience in industrial setting preferred

Requirements

Able to perform maintenance trades including electrical, machinist, rigging systems, welding, pipe fitting and fabrication, pumps and piping systems, gearbox and bearing maintenance, lubrication, mechanical maintenance, and hydraulic and pneumatic

Strong mechanical aptitude, hydraulic and/or electrical diagnosis

Basic familiarity with diesel and gasoline engines

Ability to multi task

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to learn new programs/software as needed

Ability to work 2nd shift and holidays

Candidates must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Preferred

Basic computer skills

Able to operate heavy equipment

Able to work under special work conditions, such as extreme heat or cold

Able to use or become familiar with testing equipment

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, twist, bend, stoop, climb ladders, push, pull, shovel, pound, lift, talk, and hear

Occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 75 pounds.

Ability to work in an environment with the following conditions: moderate equipment noise, odor, near moving mechanical parts and machines, exposure to inside and outside weather conditions, wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold and vibration.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment