Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
The Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for the repair, maintenance, and upkeep of all plant equipment and systems to ensure maximum production efficiency and uptime, safety, and product quality. They participate in routine maintenance programs, biannual plant shutdowns, troubleshoot issues, and complete emergency repairs.
Duties and Responsibilities
Repair and Maintenance:
· Repairing or replacing plant equipment or systems on a scheduled or emergency basis. This often involves industrial equipment like pumps, valves, compressors, conveying equipment, centrifuges, fermenters, and distillation systems.
· Participating in plant-wide activities such as plant shutdowns and general plant cleanliness and safety programs.
Preventive Maintenance (PM):
· Performing routine preventive maintenance activities to maximize uptime and prevent costly breakdowns. This includes inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating components.
Troubleshooting:
· Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance-related issues efficiently.
Installation:
· Assisting with new equipment installations, system upgrades, and other projects, often working alongside engineering staff, external contractors, and vendors.
Coordination:
· Communicating directly with the production and other departments to coordinate maintenance work and minimize disruption to operations.
Safety and Compliance:
· Adhering to all plant safety rules and regulations, participating in health, safety, and environmental programs, and ensuring all maintenance work complies with applicable requirements (as instructed by the Maintenance Manager).
Documentation:
· Completing work orders, preventative maintenance worksheets, and maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
Experience and Qualifications
Education:
· High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
· Associate Degree, technical degree, or certification in a related field (e.g., Industrial Maintenance, Mechanics, Electrical Technology) is preferred.
Experience:
· Two or more years of experience in the maintenance or repair of industrial equipment is preferred.
· Experience in the maintenance functions of a dry-mill ethanol plant is highly preferred.
Skills and Abilities:
· Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (e.g., gears, bearings, rigging).
· Familiarity with electrical theory, motor control, and basic troubleshooting of electrical systems.
· Proficiency in working with hydraulics and pneumatics.
· Experience with welding (especially carbon/stainless steel) is considered a plus.
· Proficient use of a wide variety of hand and power tools, as well as specialized repair equipment.
· Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
· Problem-solving and excellent troubleshooting skills.
· Communication skills to effectively coordinate with other departments and contractors.
· Ability to work in a safe manner at all times, including in challenging environments like confined spaces or at heights.
· Flexibility to work a schedule that may include overtime, holidays, and call-ins for emergency repairs.
· Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
· Strong learning skills. Healthy curiosity to learn more about our business.
· Ability to work in some outside (non-climate controlled office environments), climb stairs, and ability to lift (50 lbs or less).
Benefits
· Competitive salary
· Generous company-sponsored health and dental insurance
· Company paid life insurance
· 401(k) with employer match
· Paid time off
Western New York Energy, LLC
4141 Bates Road, PO Box 191
Medina, NY 14103
Company DescriptionWestern New York Energy, LLC (WNYE) is a privately held company in Medina, NY that began operations in 2007. With over 1 billion gallons sold to date, WNYE was the first biofuels production facility to operate and is the longest running biofuels facility in the Northeast. WNYE is one of the most efficient facilities in the country and is currently the only operating biofuels facility in New York. WNYE is in the
process of diversifying our product offerings while maintaining our reputation as best in industry.
WNYE started operations by producing fuel grade ethanol from feed corn. Fuel grade ethanol is the cleanest, most affordable source of octane in the world and reduces harmful tailpipe emissions in NY. In March 2022, the company expanded its Medina facility, allowing it to produce high purity alcohol grades in addition to existing fuel ethanol product offerings. To market these unique new product offerings, WNYE developed a trademarked brand and legal trade name of ClearSource.
ClearSource higher purity products include industrial and beverage grades of alcohol in both 190 and 200 proof. ClearSource is producing higher purity, plant-based grades of alcohol that will help customers achieve their sustainability and eco-friendly policies. ClearSource is the largest producer of beverage grade (Grain Neutral Spirits or GNS) alcohol made in New York sourced from New York grown corn.
Company Description
Western New York Energy, LLC (WNYE) is a privately held company in Medina, NY that began operations in 2007. With over 1 billion gallons sold to date, WNYE was the first biofuels production facility to operate and is the longest running biofuels facility in the Northeast. WNYE is one of the most efficient facilities in the country and is currently the only operating biofuels facility in New York. WNYE is in the\r\nprocess of diversifying our product offerings while maintaining our reputation as best in industry.\r\n\r\nWNYE started operations by producing fuel grade ethanol from feed corn. Fuel grade ethanol is the cleanest, most affordable source of octane in the world and reduces harmful tailpipe emissions in NY. In March 2022, the company expanded its Medina facility, allowing it to produce high purity alcohol grades in addition to existing fuel ethanol product offerings. To market these unique new product offerings, WNYE developed a trademarked brand and legal trade name of ClearSource.\r\n\r\nClearSource higher purity products include industrial and beverage grades of alcohol in both 190 and 200 proof. ClearSource is producing higher purity, plant-based grades of alcohol that will help customers achieve their sustainability and eco-friendly policies. ClearSource is the largest producer of beverage grade (Grain Neutral Spirits or GNS) alcohol made in New York sourced from New York grown corn.