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About Farwest
Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 650 employees located in 7 Western States.

As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees.

About Western Coating
Western Coating, Inc. is the industry leader in epoxy-coated rebar and alternative corrosion resistant solutions for reinforced concrete needs. As pioneers in the manufacturing of epoxy-coated rebar, through Western Coating, Farwest can also provide corrosion-resistant construction solutions in stainless-steel, fiberglass reinforcing (FRP), galvanized reinforcing as well as a wide range of alternative mill grades.

Farwest offers full benefits with options to suit everyone, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, FSA, HRA, HSA, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 401K with 3.5% Match.
• Incentive based on profitability.
• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities.
• Compensation based on knowledge, skills, and ability.

Position Summary
Schedule: Monday-Friday/Can vary on occasion, Day Shift.

Wage Range: $21.35-$26.90 per hour, depending on experience.

Western Coating, Inc seeks a driven individual with excellent problem-solving skills to join their Ogden team as Maintenance Technician. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, relocation and removal of all equipment and facilities mechanical systems based on the highest safety, quality standards and best practices in the steel service industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on facility and production machinery.
• Troubleshoot, repair and lubricate machines and equipment
• Perform work on mechanical drive components including bearings, bushings, seals, gears and belt/chain drives.
• Perform layout, welding and fabrication work.
• Install, dismantle, clean, reassemble, and move production machinery. Perform fluid mechanic repairs (hydraulic and pneumatic).
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Update Computerized Maintenance Management System daily
• Perform assorted production tasks as directed.
• Maintain maintenance logs and equipment files as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• At least one (1) year experience in related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with overhead crane repair.
• Ability to read blueprints, and schematics to determine repair procedures.
• Knowledge of machinery, mechanics, plumbing, welding, and fluid mechanics (pneumatic and hydraulic).
• Understanding of industrial electrical principals and controls.
• Ability to weld (MMAW), use acetylene torch, and plasma cutter required.
• Welding certification and/or CAD experience is a plus.

Professional Competencies

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong trouble shooting skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.
• Ability to actively participate in a team environment.