Overview

The Maintenance Technician will perform maintenance and construction work relating to propane, refined fuel, and lubricant systems at company locations as directed. This technician will assist in attaining assigned goals for safety, installations, and training. Assuring safety standards are met which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines is of the utmost importance for this position.

MFA Oil Company is an Equal Opportunity/Drug-Free Employer.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and efficient maintenance and construction work relating to company owned equipment and systems
• Work as part of a crew during construction or installation of any petroleum, propane, or associated equipment at company locations
• Conduct maintenance and construction work as scheduled by the maintenance administrators
• Clean and maintain equipment assigned to position
• Perform work in a safe manner at all times according to company safety procedures
• Provide home office with required information and records on a timely basis
• Inspect all equipment to assure safe, dependable operations
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair system and equipment issues as assigned
• Maintain inventory of parts and equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as directed
• Perform after-hours emergency service as necessary
• Maintain inventory of non-fuel related parts and equipment
• Ensure all site-specific documentation is accurately completed
• Maintain accurate and complete records of all fixed assets assigned to the plant, including loaned customer equipment
• Identify and timely communicate to the supervisor and other managers as appropriate, issues related to truck and equipment safety and efficiency, customer needs and inquiries, training needs and other necessary changes and/or issues
• Operate vehicle safely, according to policies and guidelines set forth by law or by MFA Oil Company
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report any truck safety issues immediately to supervisor, as well as maintaining truck in a neat and clean condition
• Develop and maintain current knowledge of all products and services offered by MFA Oil Company
• Present a positive image of MFA Oil Company to the community
• Support and understand company policies and procedures and communicate those to customers as needed
• Follow posted work schedule and adhere to proper clocking procedures to accurately reflect hours worked
• All MFA Oil employees are expected to know and adhere to company and position specific policies and procedures. While this job description contains the primary duties of the position, employees may be expected to perform other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Training and/or experience in truck and equipment maintenance
• Mechanical skills (basic plumbing, electrical, and general carpentry)
• Ability to learn new concepts and use technical materials
• Ability to consistently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability and willingness to become propane (CETP) certified as determined by the state(s) served
• Ability and willingness to obtain a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker, HAZMAT, and air brake endorsements within the first 90 days of employment, and maintain all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements per the vehicle requirements
• Ability to pass in person training and MFA Oil Company Record of Road test requiring operation of both manual and automatic transmission vehicles within 90 days of employment
• Ability to safely operate automatic and manual transmission vehicles in a variety of weather and road conditions
• Willingness to become MFA Oil crane certified
• Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials
• Availability to travel and stay overnight approximately 50% of the time
• Ability to move and position self to move and retrieve products and supplies from shelves, under counters or stacks of inventory weighing up to 100 pounds
• Ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or sitting) for up to nine hours per shift
• Ability to lift 25-pound boxes to a height of 3-4 feet and load them into trucks
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders to deliver fuel
• Vision, hearing, speech, and ability to detect odors
• Availability to work a rotating on-call schedule, holidays, weekends, and after regular business as needed
• Reliable transportation to work
• Ability to exchange accurate information with MFA Oil Company customers
• Ability to meet company requirements including successful pre-employment drug screening, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), criminal background check, and MFA Oil Company road test
• Legal authorization to work in the United States of America 

Preferred Skills

• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work under timelines and pressure
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work at a fast pace

ABOUT MFA OIL COMPANY

MFA Oil Company, formed in 1929, is a farmer-owned cooperative and a leading propane retailer in the United States. The company supplies fuels, lubricants, and propane to customers in Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Tennessee. Through a subsidiary, MFA Oil operates Break Time convenience stores in Missouri; a Big O Tires franchise in Missouri, Arkansas, and Kansas; a solar panel installation company, BluSphere Energy; and APM, a wholesale fuel distributor.

BENEFITS

Our benefits are designed to invest in you!  We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for regular full-time positions, including competitive wages, paid time off, paid company holidays, and the opportunity for eligible employees to share in company success through profit sharing and/or performance incentives.  Health benefits include medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program and company-paid life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.  Our retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with a company match offering pre-tax and Roth options.
 
OUR CULTURE

The core values of MFA Oil are aligned with our purpose and are the cornerstones upon which our culture is built.

• Put Customers First
• Respect Everyone – Demonstrate high regard or show special attention to customers, coworkers, vendors… everyone you come in contact with.
• Provide Excellent Service – Go the extra mile to ensure our customers are happy and satisfied with our products and services.
• Deliver on Your Promises – Do what you say you are going to do, when you say you are going to do it. Every time.
• Be Tenacious
• Give Your Best – Always give your best effort and seek to improve every day.
• Never Settle – Settling can lead to compromising on effort and quality of work. Find a way forward and don’t settle for “It can’t be done.”
• Work Passionately – Passion accelerates your abilities, propels you to overcome obstacles and shows customers and co-workers that you care.
• Lead by Example
• Do the Right Thing – When we let honesty and integrity be our guide, we will always be headed in the right direction.
• Take Ownership – Each of us must be accountable for ourselves, our colleagues, our customers and our company.
• Act with Empathy – When we recognize and understand each other’s challenges, we communicate better and grow stronger as a team.

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

We believe there’s always room to learn and grow, from entry-level employees to senior leaders. Opportunities exist for internal advancement and professional development including on-the-job training. Educational expense assistance is available for employees seeking to continue their education ambitions aligned with their employment within the company. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.