Location : Destrehan LA Elevator 

City : Destrehan 

State : Louisiana (US-LA) 

Country : United States (US) 

Requisition Number : 35590 

Role Purpose Statement

Master Mechanic is responsible for the mechanical maintenance of the of the grain elevator facility in Destrehan, LA, including diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairment of equipment and instruments. Candidate must actively participate in Bunge’s Employee Safety Policy and maintain a safe work environment for self and all employees.

Bunge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Main Accountabilities

• Preventative maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, part replacement of plant equipment
• Operation of various hand tools and power tools
• Using measurement devices, including calipers, pi tapes, micrometers
• Welding and cutting using a torch: tig, mig, and stick on piping and structural
• Rigging and using cables and slings
• Sheet metal layouts
• Assembly and installation of bearings on shafts
• Alignment of motors and gearboxes
• Follow written instructions for maintenance
• Parts lubrication and other maintenance tasks
• Knowledge of different grain conveying/handling systems and belt splicing
• Regular inspections of grain equipment during shift
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Technical Competencies

• Millwright/Mechanic experience, required
• Welding and cutting using a torch, required
• Written/Verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a highly quality controlled environment
• Ability to work in a safety conscious environment
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with other facility personnel

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, preferred
• Associates degree and/or technical certification, preferred
• 3 years experience as mechanic/millwright, preferred
• TWIC Card or ability to obtain TWIC card, required

Work Schedule

• Overtime required as part of the normal schedule, call out availability, weekends/holidays, and an on-call rotation, and/or straight days