Maintenance Mechanic

Position Description

• The[Company] , headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a $10 billion company that stands alone as one of the world's leading producers of concentrated phosphate and potash crop nutrients. Our world-class mining and processing operations produce the highest quality fertilizer and animal feed ingredients. As a global leader in nourishing crops and delivering distinctive value to the world's agriculture, [Company] offers an opportunity to share in an exciting future.

What are our Values?

• We consider our employees to be our most valued ingredient. [Company] employees are richly diverse in their skills, experience and backgrounds. From engineering, operations, finance, HR, marketing and research, our team came to [Company] not just for a job but a career that makes a positive impact on the world by nourishing the crops our growing population needs.

Are you our next Maintenance Mechanic?

• We are currently seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for our Hookers Prairie, Florida location.  The purpose of this position is to utilize expertise/experience to support the repair and maintenance of plant and field resources, as necessary. Specific projects/tasks are assigned, based on the Preventative Maintenance Schedules, as well as unplanned and Repairs/Troubleshooting. This includes, but not limited to, all plant/field process equipment as needed, (i.e. pumps, slurry pumps, deep-water pumps, belt conveyors), welding metal components together to fabricate or repair pumps, motors, brackets, piping and motor parts according to layouts, blueprints or work orders using a variety of welding equipment.

What will you do?

• Diagnoses pump malfunctions using hand held testers and visual inspection.
• Dismantles pumps for replacement or repair by use of basic hand and power tools.
• Lubricates moving parts or replaces worn parts to prevent breakdown or malfunctions.
• Visually checks pumps for leaks or defective valves.
• Communicates both verbally and in writing with coworkers and supervisors.
• Operates man-lift, aerial basket, cranes, forklift and boom-truck.
• Be vigilant of issues and conditions that can affect their fellow workers.
• Report any issues that can impact the environment or the safety of the employees.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or GED Certificate and 5 years of appropriate technical training in industrial maintenance courses required.
• Technical Degree/Certificate in Industrial Maintenance preferred.
• General Maintenance Technical Certification. 
• Ability to utilize computers to initiate work orders. Utilize Microsoft Suite.
• Experience in an industrial maintenance setting.
• Physical work environment includes frequently outdoors and frequent exposure to varying temperatures from below 32 degrees to above 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to safely move in and through work areas, including climbing stairs, maintaining good balance, being mentally alert,  having good visual acuity, and safely working at heights.
• Ability to safely work in and around heavy industrial environment, including moving objects, fluids, concentrated chemicals and transport vehicles.
• Must meet fitness for duty criteria under Company Medical Management Program.
• Diagnoses pump malfunctions using hand held testers and visual inspection.
• Dismantles pumps for replacement or repair by use of basic hand and power tools.
• Lubricates moving parts or replaces worn parts to prevent breakdown or malfunctions.
• Applying up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs. unassisted and regularly.
• Able to read, write and understand Basic English.
• Distinguishing characteristics of objects using the eyes. Ability to receive detailed information through visual contact. Ability to perceive or recognize similarities or difference in colors and shades.
• Ability to move fingers and manipulate small objects with the fingers rapidly or accurately.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make fine distinctions in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machined parts.
• Able to work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Physically able to use standard safety equipment which is rated for 300 pounds or less.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• If selected to participate in the Pre-employment testing process with Mosaic you will be required to take the following battery of tests: DDI, Mechanic Specific Aptitude/Skills Tests
• Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete the following:
• Post-offer/pre-placement drug and alcohol screening, background check, physical, functional capacity examination.
• Pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.