Blending and Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Starting Pay Rate Range: $18.40 - $30.35

Summary
The purpose of this job is to conduct blending operations and provide equipment maintenance at Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) blending plants.

Essential Functions
1. Responsible for daily DEF blending process and collection and submission of product samples
2. Perform light plant maintenance (e.g., greasing equipment, monitoring the water system, replacing equipment filters and resin beds, sweeping) to prevent equipment failure
3. Collaborate daily with the DEF Rail Movements Specialist to schedule rail car deliveries of DEF concentrate to plant(s)
4. Troubleshoot, with guidance from the Assistant Manager, equipment repairs for technical and mechanical issues; maintain inventory of replacement parts
5. Ensure all safety and operational procedures are followed at the blending site(s)
6. Recommend improvements for DEF plant operations and assist in implementing any operational changes at direction of manager
7. Travel to other DEF sites to conduct blending operations as needed
8. Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
9. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
10. Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate required
• Valid state driver’s license and positive driving history required
• Minimum two years’ technical maintenance experience preferred

Specialized Knowledge

• Basic Microsoft office skills preferred
• Good technical skills and understanding of flow measurement equipment and systems
• Ability to use hand tools to replace or repair pumps and other heavy equipment

Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to manage time and work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal support teams to resolve issues

Additional Information

Travel

• Travel up to 10%

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Onsite work at DEF plant(s) requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to climb ladders and railcars
• Able to move and roll a 400 pound resin bed exchange
• Exposure to diesel exhaust fluid and water processing chemicals
• Exposure to a variety of weather conditions and temperatures