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The Maintenance Trainee is the entry level maintenance training position for INTERNAL candidates to learn the performance of both mechanical and light electrical maintenance duties via a combination of OJT and technical coursework. Persons in these roles will mentor under more senior maintenance technicians at various levels and will be given a time-based opportunity to learn and advance to the more senior craft roles in the Maintenance Department. Persons accepting these roles will be required to attend coursework off the clock to supplement their on the clock learning, which is designed to enable higher proficiency as well as scoring on the standardized Maintenance Aptitude Tests required at the higher level craft positions. Course work may be computer or classroom based at the company's discretion.
Job Responsibility
Live and adhere to the Safety Culture of Zero Accidents
Comply with all plant rules and corporate policies
Regular attendance on site and ability to rotate varying shifts
~70% of time will be spent shadowing, learning and assisting higher level maintenance techs
~15% of time will be spent shadowing, learning and assisting higher level maintenance and electrical techs
~10% of scheduled work time taking assigned courses or attending scheduled off-site courses
~5% of time will be spent on administrative tasks
Actively support and engage in plant TPM initiatives, housekeeping, and 5S programs
Will be expected to learn and utilize SAP for work order documentation
Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of the job as directed
Requirements
Basic knowledge of mathematics
Excellent communication skills
Demonstrates initiative, creativity, and problem-solving ability
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent attendance
Display a positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Self-starter, motivated and goal/results oriented
Basic computer competency (typing, MS office suite, etc.)
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Must be legally able to work in the United States
Must read, write, and speak English
Perform basic arithmetic
Able to safety operate machine shop equipment and tools
Acceptable aptitude score to reasonably expect advancement within 12-18 months
Must be drug and alcohol free
Able to routinely lift up to 40 lbs without assistance
Work in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment
Able to walk, stand or sit for extended periods of time
Able to work in cramped areas and enter confined spaces
Able to work at heights
Able to walk up and down ladders, stairs and platforms frequently
Able to safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)