Maintenance Mechanic/Welder

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, offering low carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you see in the skylines of Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, Baltimore and many other cities in the US. As a member of the communities we serve, all of us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducing the impacts of climate change and being a leader in decarbonization. We are committed to net zero and eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels, but we need the best and the brightest minds on our team to help us reach our goal, not only for us as a company, but for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Summary

We seek a dedicated individual who will be responsible for the day-to-day activities within the Maintenance department.  The Maintenance Mechanic/Welder is responsible for performing various mechanical maintenance and repair work including the inspection and maintenance work required for rotating machinery and equipment.  This is a full-time, non-union, non-exempt position. This position works a 10 hour night shift on Sunday-Wednesday nights. The Maintenance Mechanic/Welder reports to the Maintenance Lead. This position is located at Kent County WTE in Grand Rapids, MI.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the modification of existing or addition of new plant projects.
• General plant welding.
• May inspect, adjust alignment, replace or rebuild pumps, replace fan bearings, replace motors, repair screw conveyors, repair soot blowers, rebuild or change gearboxes, install and modify pipe lines, re-pack and repair valves.
• Perform repairs to high pressure boiler wall and superheater tubes.
• Install and modify pipelines and assist in the modification and addition of plant projects.
• Must be able to work night shifts and available for overtime and call-in with short notice.
• Upon acceptance of the position, the employee will be enrolled in a formal Maintenance Training program with deadlines and goals that are expected to be met as a condition of employment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years experience in in the repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment along with industrial stick welding.
• A HS Diploma/GED required.
• Formal technical or apprenticeship training is desired.  
• Must be fluent in reading blueprints and P & ID's.  
• Basic knowledge or experience in general rigging practices. Experience with basic maintenance shop equipment and boiler outages. 
• Individual must be able to show the ability to stick, tig, and mig weld performing a weld test.
• Qualified individual will be proficient in SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW weld procedures and certify under Vicinity’s D-1-1 (ASME Structural Welder) within 90 days of employment. Certification under Vicinity’s R-1 (ASME Code Welder) is required within one (1) year of employment.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills as well as the ability to innovate and complete projects with little direct supervision is a must. 
• Documentation of welding experience to include previous certifications are required.
• Formal technical, military, and/or apprenticeship training is desired.
• An understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems is required.
• The Mechanic should be able to interpret mechanical drawings to assist in making repairs.
• Prior safety training and hands on experience is a must.

Physical Requirements 

• Must submit to a company provided physical and drug screening.
• Must possess driver’s license in good standing in order to operate a company vehicle.
• Full face respirator usage is required due to exposure to ash in working environment.

• Work in close quarters and confined spaces.
• Climb ladders and structures and ability to tolerate heights up to and including 100 feet. Must be able to work in a man lift and on open grating at this height.
• Ability to tolerate high temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to and including 50 pounds also required.
• Work will include repairs to pressure parts and overlaying tubes while working in confined spaces and be able to work in extreme weather conditions and at heights.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT Vicinity North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.