Mechanic II

U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc. is a global performance materials company and last-mile logistics provider and is a member of the Russell 2000 Index. The Company is a leading producer of commercial silica used in a wide range of industrial applications and in the oil and gas industry. Over its 120-year history, U.S. Silica has developed core competencies in mining, processing, logistics and materials science that enable it to produce and cost-effectively deliver over 400 diversified product types to customers across its multiple end markets. U.S. Silica’s wholly owned subsidiaries include EP Minerals and SandBox Logistics™. EP Minerals is an industry leader in the production of products derived from diatomaceous earth, perlite, engineered clays, and non-activated clays. SandBox Logistics™ is a state-of-the-art leader in proppant storage, handling and well-site delivery, dedicated to making proppant logistics cleaner, safer and more efficient. The Company currently operates 23 mines and production facilities. The Company is headquartered in Katy, Texas and has offices in Reno, Nevada, and Chicago, Illinois

JOB PURPOSE:   

To perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles, equipment, and facilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Perform maintenance on all vehicles, equipment, and facilities in accordance with established schedules and procedures.
• Inspect all vehicles, equipment, and facilities for defects.
• Troubleshoot/Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs utilizing diagnostic aids and tools.
• Identifies materials and parts needed to repair vehicles, equipment, and facilities.
• Hoists, transports, and positions equipment as required using cranes, hoisting apparatus, and powered vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:  

• Ability to work as a part of a team with co-workers of various skill levels.
• Skilled in welding, cutting and rigging.
• Ability to run fabrication and hoisting equipment
• Ability to work from elevated spaces (man lifts and crane baskets) in all weather conditions.
• Ability to operate all equipment on site
• Communicaton Skills:  Written and Verbal
• Organizational Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Confidentiality
• Customer Focus
• Analytical Ability
• Time Management
• Setting Priorities
• Work Independently

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Hazardous Chemicals/Substances
• Dust 
• Excessive Noise
• Fumes
• Extreme Temperatures
• Work Around Moving Equipment
• Odors
• Wet/Dry Conditions
• Operate Forklift
• Ability to work after hours/weekend (on-call) schedule
• Other:  Work safely in man lifts and crane baskets

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.  The above description is intended to capture the essential functions of the job, nature, and level of work as of the preparation date.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be required of the position.  This job description may be modified at any time with or without notice.