Maintenance Technician Trainee

About the Role:

As a Maintenance Technician Trainee, you'll get hands-on training and support to learn how to maintain, repair, and install equipment, machinery, and facilities. This entry-level job is a great way to start your career and grow with us.

Employee Benefits and Career Growth:

• Benefits:Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
• Classroom Learning:Expand your knowledge and skills with classroom learning opportunities.
• Career Advancement:Discover potential career paths within the company and advance into new roles as you grow.
• Profit Sharing:We believe in sharing our success. When the plant performs well, we reward our employees with bonuses, typically in the fall and spring.

What You'll Do:

• Learn and Grow:Get training and help from experienced technicians to do routine tasks and scheduled maintenance.
• Hands-On Experience:Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment and machinery using different tools.
• Safety First:Learn and follow safety rules to keep everyone safe, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Team Collaboration:Share information clearly with your supervisor and team members.
• Troubleshooting:Learn how to find and fix problems.
• Tool Proficiency:Get to know hand tools and power tools, and bring your own tools as needed.
• Technical Reading:Learn to read and understand basic machine diagrams.
• Organization:Keep parts and materials organized in their proper places.
• Physical Tasks:Lift, move, push, pull, carry, and handle materials weighing up to 20lbs often and up to 50lbs alone.
• Team Player:Be a positive team player and support management goals.
• Learning and Development:Be willing to learn and work with other departments to help everyone succeed.
• Additional Duties:Do other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Good with tools and eager to learn.
• Must have a valid state driver's license.
• Willing to learn how to safely use hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other small tools.
• Eager to learn how to use measuring tools with high accuracy (0.001") to check machine parts.
• Familiarity with hand tools and troubleshooting equipment is a plus.

Ready to Start Your Career?

If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow your career, we encourage you to apply! Apply now to join our friendly team and make a difference every day.