Maintenance Apprentice - 2nd Shift

Hello, do you possess a basic mechanical aptitude, but lack formal training? Do you have experience maintaining and repairing equipment and are ready to take the next step to Maintenance Technician? If so, then our apprenticeship program may be perfect for you! As an apprentice in our program, you will train on repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment used in the production and packaging of products. Regularly participate in inspecting equipment, structures or material; work on all requests for the various types of maintenance work assigned. This is a four-year program that allows participants to receive formal training at no charge while earning a paycheck.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Maintain accurate reporting of hours for apprenticeship credit
Complete assigned training classes and maintain passing levels on courses
Effectively and safely operates standard maintenance tools such as power tools, basic hand tools and basic electrical testing equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance from daily up to Semi-Annual.
Read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics at 50%.
Complete minor troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical related issues without direct supervision.
Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Follow prescribed safety rules and regulation as well as other departmental policies and procedures. Help to develop proper safety techniques.
Detect, document, report and repair improper machine operation and faulty equipment.
Follow and perform emergency procedures regarding power failures.
Diversify maintenance skills that will allow assignments to be given in any work areas as required and, on any shift, required.
Understand and certify in our LOTO program.
Effectively inform through written communication daily pass-downs issues and actions.

Required Competencies & Knowledge
Knowledge of:

Strong mechanical aptitude
Basic practices in maintenance and repair of mechanical and/or electrical components

Skill in:

Strong problem solving
Strong organization and time management
Strong attention to detail

Ability to:

Communicate effectively both verbally and written
Ensure collaborative relationships with other staff members
Issue and receive instructions
Focus on safety, quality, and company policies

Proficiency in:

MS Office Suite
General computer usage　

Work Environment:

Work is primarily done in a manufacturing production floor
Frequent production environment exposure which includes noise, dust, moving machinery, forklifts, and fluctuations in temperature

Physical Requirements:

Sitting at a workstation for short periods of time
Frequent line calls throughout the building requiring immediate response
Stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders on a frequent basis
Must be able to lift 50 pounds on an infrequent basis　

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma.
Proven mechanical aptitude
Previous maintenance experience is a plus

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.