Mechanic C

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, the Mine Mechanic C does working level installation, maintenance, repair and construction work in the mine.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies a 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.
• 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.
• Perform routine tasks such as greasing, oiling, cleaning and inspection of equipment, buildings, and attachments.
• 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, perform tasks of a skill normally required of a Mechanic or higher classification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Completion of a technical or an apprentice program in an accredited school
• One year of experience in a maintenance shop applying craft skills, preferably in a craft specialty.
• Ability to use prints and manuals.
• Experience working on hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Diagnostic Skills
• Proper lifting/handling materials.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Work Environment

• 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 50+ pounds regularly
• Must be able to wear all PPE, including steel-toed shoes and safety glasses
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary
• Must be able to work at heights as required

At Morton Salt, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.