Entry Level Maintenance
About The Position
Triple Cities Metal Finishing is seeking a motivated individual for an entry-level maintenance role combining metal-finishing equipment maintenance with wastewater treatment operations. The position is hands-on, with a significant portion of the workday spent on the production floor. The employee will monitor and maintain wastewater treatment systems, conduct water sampling and testing, handle treatment chemicals, manage sludge and hazardous waste, and perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on facility equipment. The role also includes documenting work orders and parts usage in the company’s ERP system and following applicable safety and environmental requirements. Triple Cities Metal Finishing provides surface finishing services to numerous industries and operates a 125,000-square-foot facility. The company describes itself as ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and NADCAP certified, and has operated since 1945. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The listed wage is $17.50–$18.50 per hour, with a $1.50-per-hour shift differential. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s experience.
Requirements
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, bend, kneel, and climb as needed.
- Strong understanding of plumbing systems.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
Responsibilities
- Inspect the wastewater treatment system daily to confirm pumps, filters, and chemical feeds are functioning correctly.
- Collect and test water samples for pH levels, metal concentrations, and chemical residuals to maintain environmental compliance.
- Safely handle, mix, and replenish treatment chemicals, and maintain records of chemical usage and inventory.
- Operate filter presses and collect and label hazardous waste containers according to regulatory standards.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on plating lines, including cleaning tanks, inspecting heaters, and lubricating moving parts.
- Assist senior maintenance staff with basic plumbing, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs to pumps, valves, and ventilation systems.
- Identify and report workplace hazards, including pinch points, chemical leaks, and faulty equipment.
- Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
- Use the company ERP system to log completed work orders and track parts usage.
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Voluntary insurance benefits, including disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and life insurance
- Free on-site fountain soda machine
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
