Description
Atalco Gramercy Operations is the leading producer of Alumina in the United States. Our Gramercy refinery produces 1.2 million tons a year of smelter grade alumina (SGA) for the production of aluminum as well as chemical grade alumina (CGA) which is used in a wide array of industrial applications.
We are currently seeking General Repairer Specialists for our Gramercy, LA refinery.
This is a permanent local position within the company.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must have technical and hands on knowledge of at least 2 of the 3 crafts (Pipefitting, Welding, and Millwright).
Job Summary/Objective
Performs various types of maintenance work. This position installs, repairs, assembles and replaces different types of mechanical equipment throughout the plant area.
Essential Functions
- Preparation of materials and equipment required. Works from sketches, blueprints, and verbal instructions. Prepares sketches as required.
- Performs maintenance work in removing, repairing and maintaining plant machinery and equipment.
- Performs required rigging as necessary to perform duties.
- Breaks or joins pipe or hose as required.
- Performs required burning or welding.
- Keeps the working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Education/Training Requirements
- Highschool diploma or equivalent
- Millwright, Pipefitting, Welding, and Rigging skills
- Must be able to read blueprints
- Understand hazard recognition, elevated work, lock out tag out procedures, guarding requirements and general safety.
- At least 3 years of experience in any of the crafts, certifications, specific industry experience, specific qualifications for the role or related field
- Must be able to pass the post offer/acceptance directly observed drug test assessment as well as a hands-on evaluation.
*POST OFFER/ACCEPTANCE PHYSICAL INCLUDING DRUG SCREENING*
Work Environment
Must be able to support plant operations which are in continuous operation and work outdoors in various types of weather conditions.
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 45 lbs.
- Must be able to climb, crouch, stoop, bend, and squat, frequently.
- Must be able to stand and walk constantly/continuously.
- Must be able to balance constantly/continuously.
- Must be able to kneel occasionally.
- Must possess the ability to carry and utilize all required personal protective equipment
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Technical and hands-on knowledge of at least two of three crafts: pipefitting, welding, and millwright
- Millwright, pipefitting, welding, and rigging skills
- Ability to read blueprints
- Knowledge of hazard recognition, elevated work, lockout/tagout procedures, guarding requirements, and general safety
- At least three years of experience in a relevant craft or related field
- Ability to pass a post-offer directly observed drug test
- Ability to pass a hands-on evaluation
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while supporting continuous plant operations
- Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 45 pounds and perform frequent climbing, crouching, stooping, bending, and squatting
- Ability to continuously stand, walk, and balance; occasionally kneel; and carry and use required personal protective equipment
What We Do
Atalco Gramercy LLC operates the only major alumina refinery in the United States, processing imported bauxite into alumina, a key feedstock for aluminum production. The facility also produces gallium and serves various industrial and consumer product sectors.
