Maintenance Tech / Mechanic

Job Duties

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor

Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools

Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities

Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities

Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable

Possesses strong troubleshooting skills

General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools

Ability to provide personal tools as required

Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance

Highly organized with an emphasis on detail

Organize parts and materials in the proper locations

Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied

Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives

Able to follow directions well

Display the willingness to learn

Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School graduate or GED required

1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable

Must possess a valid state driver's license

Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools

Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001" to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc

Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

Hourly/Salary Pay Range: ($24.00 - $26.00/hour) dependent on experience* For hourly positions with incentive pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

1 - 2 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55306

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R22245

Job Benefits

Not specified