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Distribution Mechanic

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Summary

The Distribution Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing all equipment, piping systems, valves, and machinery at our power plant located in Baltimore, Maryland. This is a full-time, hourly, union position and reports to the Distribution Manager. The compensation range for this position is $34.16-$46.09 per hour plus a 10% bonus target. Effective October 1, 2026, the compensation range for this position is $35.18-$47.44 per hour plus a 10% bonus target.

Responsibilities

Maintain safe working conditions in accordance with established Company policies
Identify, report and/or correct unsafe work environments
Operate all hand/power tools in a competent manner
Install, repair, replace, and trouble shoot piping systems, valves, steam traps, pumps
Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled
Must be able to work overtime as required
Exercise caution in the use and maintenance of all company equipment
Respond to emergency situations immediately and work quickly to correct the problem(s).
Participate in training to continue education and skills in craft
Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing
Perform other duties as assigned by Distribution Manager
Participate in training to further welding skills, as needed by the department
Takes rotating, on-call (beeper) on weekends, back shifts, and holidays
Must be able to work overtime as required

Basic Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED

Minimum one year experience in an industrial maintenance setting

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work with minimum supervision

Ability to perform basic computer operations and use email

Other Qualifications

Valid MD 4th or 5th Grade Stationary Engineers License
Minimum one year Pipefitting experience
Minimum one year Welding experience
Minimum one year Rigging certification

Physical Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license and insurable by Company’s vehicle insurance carrier. Must have and maintain a driving record meeting the standards of the company.

Must complete pre-employment screenings including a company physical exam in addition to drug testing.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to and including 50 pounds.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to climb and tolerate heights up to 100 feet.
Must be able to walk, stand, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach.
Ability to tolerate heat in an industrial production plant environment.

Benefits

Personal Leave

FMLA up to 12 weeks based on approval
Nonpaid benefit

Paid Time Off (PTO)

120 hours accrued annually which equals 4.62 hours per pay period

Sick Leave

40 hours per calendar year prorated based on month of hire

Paid Parental Leave

100% pay up to 160 hours upon birth or adoption of a child; must be used in weekly increments

7 paid holidays annually
Floating holidays

40 hours per calendar year prorated based on month of hire

401K plan

Including Roth option.

Skills

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