Jobs: HVAC/R
Maintenance Technician - Oakley, Ks - Posted 8.13.25
Western Plains Energy, LLC
At Western Plains Energy, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that is not only positive, but also deeply enriching for every team member. Our commitment to creating a supportive and collaborative environment is evident in every aspect of our daily operations.
We are currently seeking to fill a Maintenance Technician position.
Purpose of Job
o This position is responsible for maintaining plant machinery and equipment
o Participating in Predictive/Preventative Maintenance programs
o Perform various preventive maintenance checks and repairs
Qualifications
o Ability to manage multiple tasks and multiple priorities simultaneously
o Strong organizational and computer skills
o Self-Initiative
o Demonstrated willingness to learn
Organizational Relationships
o Immediate Supervisor: Maintenance Supervisor
o In absence of Maintenance Supervisor: Maintenance Manager or Plant Manager
Duties and Responsibilities
o Ensure a safe, healthy work environment by following all safety, health, and environmental regulations including LOTO, Confined Space Entry, and Hot Work permits.
o Maintain all current preventive maintenance programs
o Required to participate in on call rotation with other maintenance staff.
o Maintaining current and in-depth knowledge of all safety & environmental policies and standards related to Process Safety Management (PSM)
o Safety meeting attendance and pro-active incident reporting/identification is expected of all on-site personnel.
o Housekeeping as related, but not limited to the cleanliness and orderly organization of maintenance shop, office and parts storage facilities
o Demonstrate a personal commitment to the Company values; promote an environment that appreciates diversity and treats all people with respect, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.
o Ensures work orders that are assigned to you are processed and completed in an efficient and timely manner.
o Performs routine inspections of plant equipment
o Estimates materials, parts, tools and equipment needed for work assignments
o Other duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor or Plant Manager not listed herein, but which need to be accomplished to maintain safe and timely day-to-day operations within the plant.
Physical requirements
o Ability to climb down into boot pits and tunnels.
o Working on floors and walkways as high as 130 feet.
o Lifting 50 pounds repeatedly.
o Ability to climb steps and ladders ranging from 10 to 130 feet.
o Ability to enter areas or confined spaces.
o Walk, climb, bend and kneel easily. Lift, grip, grasp, push and pull various tools and equipment of 50lb or more.
o Wear and appropriately use all required personal protective equipment (safety glasses, steel toe shoes, hearing protection, respirators, fall protection, hard hats, etc.)Working Conditions
o Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and temperatures.
o Frequent exposure to noise, heights, moving equipment and mechanical parts, electricity, extremely hot and cold equipment and products, flammable materials, dust, dirt and grease.
Performance Expectations and Competencies
o Work performed is expected to meet or exceed guidelines for safety, quality, accuracy, timeliness and thoroughness.
o Competencies include the ability to: think and work safely, accurately troubleshoot and resolve technical problems, gain the trust and respect of co-workers and management, communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with others.
o Conduct self with honesty and integrity, take initiative to notice what needs to be done and the good judgment to act appropriately.Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Plan
- Cafeteria Plan
- 401K or other Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- At Western Plains Energy, the employer pays 100% of the monthly premium for health, dental and vision insurance for our employees and their families. We also offer a $100k life insurance policy and bi-annual professional development classes for all employees.
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Western Plains Energy, LLC, base employment, compensation, benefits, transfers, promotions and termination are administered without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation, arrest/conviction record, marital status, ancestry, membership in the military reserve, genetic testing, use of lawful products or any other factor prohibited by law, except where such designation is a bona fide occupational qualification.
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