Enviva · 12 hours ago
Mechanical Tech
Ahoskie, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expEnviva is a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. The Mechanical Tech position focuses on ensuring proper preventive maintenance on critical machinery associated with pellet manufacturing and involves troubleshooting, repairs, and continuous improvement of maintenance programs.
SustainabilityRenewable EnergyBiomass EnergyWood Processing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assemble, cut, thread, and lay pipes while also offering assistance in the repair, installation, maintenance, and purchase of various equipment and parts
Perform diagnosis, thorough troubleshooting, and repairs on motors, fans, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, rotating equipment, and other pellet mill-specific equipment
Work with diverse machines and equipment, such as hand and power tools, drill presses, saws, welding machines, and other equipment necessary to carry out maintenance and repair tasks
Perform/coordinate preventive maintenance and lubrication as scheduled and maintain reports
Perform and document required inspections of equipment and maintain equipment in good condition
Analyze equipment performance and make necessary tooling and equipment changes to produce the desired throughput and quality results
Identify corrective action and troubleshooting to improve the reliability of equipment and escalate issues promptly for proper resolution by communicating operational information as required
Perform rigging of equipment and follow all job safety procedures
Operate mobile equipment as necessary
Perform housekeeping to maintain the required safety standard
Adhere to all plant environmental, health, and safety guidelines, police,s and practices
Other jobs as directed
Qualification
Required
Must be able to work safely, obeying OSHA and Enviva standards for practices
Be able to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and provide own basic tools
Experience in preventative, predictive, and proactive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, servicing mobile/heavy equipment
Demonstrated knowledge and skills in hydraulics, lubrication, and mechanical equipment; basic understanding of types of lubricants and application of each
Ability to analyze process flow to identify issues
Ability to cut, thread, and lay pipes; repair, install, and maintain various types of equipment
Ability to repair, maintain, troubleshoot pumps, conveyors, valves, cylinders, bearings, motors, and other types of rotating equipment
Meticulous, Attention to detail
Must demonstrate strong verbal and written skills
Experience with a computerized maintenance management system
Skilled in the use of Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Must be willing to complete training as required by the Supervisor and specified by Enviva
Must be able to work in outdoor environments and occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees
Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and overnight to address unexpected site issues with or without notice
Must be available to work any shift/any day required; overtime is frequent
Able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, bending, squatting, crawling, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day
Must use required/provided PPE, including but not limited to safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, safety toe boots & hearing protection
Must adhere to the health and safety standards outlined or trained by the company
Able to work around moving equipment and machinery
Able to pull and lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA
Ability to work well in high places in excess of 100 feet, climb ladders, climb a crane, and use man lifts
Ability to work in confined spaces
Preferred
High School Diploma or equivalent; technical degree a plus
A minimum of three (3) years' experience working in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge and experience with industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, and welding
Has mechanical aptitude and able to read technical diagrams and schematics
Ability to develop and maintain accurate records
Proficient in mathematics and measurements
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, fabrication, vibration analysis and precision alignment preferred
Company
Enviva
Enviva is an energy company that specializing in wood bioenergy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$397M2023-03-01Post Ipo Equity· $247M
2020-07-27Post Ipo Equity· $150M
2015-04-29IPO
Leadership Team
Glenn Nunziata
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-08-06
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