Plant Maintenance Intern

We’re hiring a Plant Maintenance Intern to join County Materials in Janesville, WI.

Job Summary:
The Plant Maintenance Intern supports the maintenance team in promoting safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations. Under the guidance of experienced maintenance team members, this role gains hands-on exposure to preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and facility upkeep in a fast-paced production environment.

This internship is designed for a student interested in developing practical skills in industrial maintenance. The intern will work closely with maintenance, production, engineering, and safety teams while learning about mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fabrication, and welding systems. All assigned work will be completed within the intern’s training and authorization and with appropriate supervision.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist maintenance team members with preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of manufacturing equipment.
Learn the basic operation and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
Help identify equipment issues and communicate observations to qualified maintenance personnel.
Support planned maintenance activities and equipment improvement projects under supervision.
Assist with basic fabrication, welding, equipment installation, and component replacement when trained, authorized, and supervised.
Learn to read and interpret work orders, technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Use approved hand tools, power tools, meters, and material-handling equipment safely and as directed.
Document completed work, inspection findings, parts used, and follow-up needs assigned.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with company procedures and applicable safety requirements.
Participate in safety meetings, training, and other learning opportunities related to plant maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned.


COUNTY Core Competencies: The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

Integrity & Organizational Awareness
Customer First Focus
Results Driven Orientation
Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Creativity & Innovation


Job-Based Competencies:

Equipment Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance
Mechanical Systems
Manufacturing Equipment
Production Support
Welding
Blueprint Reading
Time Management
Effective Communication
Safety Mindedness


Experience & Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in industrial maintenance, electromechanical technology, mechanical technology, welding, electrical systems, or a related field
Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing equipment and industrial maintenance
Ability and willingness to learn, follow instructions, ask questions, and work safely under supervision.
Effective communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
Previous coursework, shop experience, welding exposure, or experience using hand and power tools is preferred but not required.


Work Environment:

Work in indoor and outdoor weather conditions, including extreme hot or cold temperatures.
Work near moving machinery and equipment - could include electrical hazards.
Work in a noisy environment.


Physical & Work Expectations:
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Sitting
Carrying / Lifting 10 - 40 Pounds
Standing / Walking / Climbing
Squatting / Crouching / Kneeling / Bending
Pushing / Pulling / Reaching Above Shoulder


Safety Equipment:
Required safety equipment: Steel Toe or composite shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, face shield, welding jacket, welding gloves, and more.Where and when used: At all times while on the manufacturing plant floor, at/near machines and maintenance shop.