Maintenance 2 Position Available In Rapides, Louisiana

Stella-Jones is North America’s leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders. We are seeking a Maintenance 2 for our Pineville, LA Operations. This role maintains property, plant and equipment in a productive, efficient and safe manner by performing the following duties:

Principal Responsibilities:

Inspects, services, repairs and constructs plant processing equipment, including structures, utilities, loaders, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, mechanical, and pressure vessel work throughout the plant. Utilizes welding and fabrication tools to alter, repair and fabricate processing equipment. Manages inventory of serviceable parted required to maintain equipment. Performs the Preventative Maintenance Program established by the Company Documents and reports maintenance work performed and advises of future requirements in a timely manner. Participates and contributes to company safety program. Performs other related duties as assigned. A Maintenance 2 gains knowledge and experience required for promotion to Maintenance 1 under direction of experienced Maintenance 1 by performing the above duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications:

Education:

One-year certificate from college or technical school preferred

Experience:

One-year industrial maintenance work experience

License/Certification:

N/A Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience in hydraulics, electrical, pumps, valves, welding Excellent trouble shooting skills Basic mechanical knowledge in wood industry preferred Experience in fabrication and welding of various metals (including pipe welding) Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations Ability to read schematics and electrical drawings Strong communication skills

Employee Benefits:

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including: The security of working for a company designated as an essential workplace Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from Several company-paid benefits including: Dental and Vision coverage Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies Long-Term Disability Coverage Access to a robust employee assistance program Competitive compensation Annual bonus program opportunity 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred) 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays Career advancement opportunities Ability to purchase Company stock Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled