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Process Maintenance Mechanic (Millwright)

Lithium Americas
Winnemucca, USA
Full-time
Junior · 2–5 years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago

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Key Responsibilities

  • Performs all maintenance activities with a strong safety-first mindset, ensuring strict compliance with MSHA and OSHA regulations along with site specific safety standards; actively identifies and mitigates observed hazards, conducts regular safety inspections of assigned areas, and fosters a culture where safe work practices and personal accountability are non-negotiable. Champions site safety standards and promotes open communication within group.
  • Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical processing equipment including crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders, pumps, gearboxes, thickeners, and associated systems
  • Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, rotating equipment, bearings, shafts, belts, chains, couplings, and drive components
  • Troubleshoot mechanical failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and improve reliability
  • Dismantle, repair, rebuild, and reassemble mechanical components using hand and power tools
  • Perform precision maintenance tasks including alignment, lubrication, torquing, and vibration checks
  • Read, interpret, and apply mechanical drawings, schematics, maintenance manuals, and technical documentation
  • Conduct routine equipment inspections and accurately document work performed and findings in maintenance management systems
  • Coordinate maintenance activities with operations, electrical teams, and supervisors to support production schedules
  • Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, shutdowns, and turnaround maintenance activities
  • Maintain clean, organized, and compliant work areas in accordance with MSHA housekeeping standards
  • Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs), hazard assessments, and pre-task planning
  • Immediately report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and equipment defects
  • Comply with all MSHA regulations and site-specific safety requirements, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and fall protection procedures
  • Builds and maintains trusted relationships across all teams while championing a culture that reflects and supports our Purpose, Vision, and Values
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2–5 years of mechanical maintenance experience in mining, chemical manufacturing, or heavy industrial processing environments
  • Working knowledge of rotating equipment and industrial mechanical systems
  • Experience in performing preventive and corrective maintenance on process plant equipment
  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring instruments
  • Welding and/or fabrication experience
  • Experience with pump and motor alignment
  • Ability to work safely in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and site safety standards
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as required
  • Physically capable of lifting 50–75 lbs., climbing ladders and stairs, working at heights, and in confined spaces
  • Personal commitment to Lithium Americas’ Purpose, Vision, and Values
  • Working at Lithium Americas
  • At Lithium Americas, we believe our people are our most valuable asset. We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for long-term growth and skills development..
  • We are committed to building a diverse and respectful workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
  • Equal Opportunity Statement
  • Lithium Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, age, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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