Maintenance Apprentice (Journeyman)

O-I•Toano, VA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Apprentice is a training position for a Maintenance Journeyman. The role assists the Maintenance Journeyman with installing, repairing, erecting, dismantling, assembling, and maintaining plant machinery, equipment, structures, and electrical or electronic equipment and component parts. Training includes on-the-job instruction and attendance at apprenticeship courses. The apprentice assists with maintenance and repairs to electro-mechanical equipment across the plant, supports the proper functioning of plant systems, and performs routine, preventive, and emergency repairs safely and efficiently. The position also develops skills in precision installations, equipment calibration and setup, use of trade tools and safety equipment, oxy-acetylene cutting, and structural and pipe welding. The role is based at O-I’s plant in Toano, Virginia.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in working with automated equipment.
Safety-focused mindset and attention to detail.
Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
Willingness to learn new technologies and grow within the company.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to remain calm and courteous under pressure.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintenance and repairs to electro-mechanical equipment, including inspection equipment, batch house systems, forming machines, fans, air compressors, vacuum pumps, air conditioning systems, conveying and packaging equipment, and warehouse equipment.
Help ensure the proper functioning of piping systems for air, heating, water, and drainage, as well as electrical distribution, communication systems, and the fire alarm system.
Comply with all required safety programs.
Perform routine, preventive, and emergency repairs safely, promptly, and efficiently under varied circumstances and environments.
Learn precision equipment installation using appropriate measuring devices.
Calibrate and set up measuring and inspection equipment throughout the plant.
Learn to use trade tools, testing and measuring equipment, rigging, and applicable safety equipment.
Develop skills in oxy-acetylene cutting, structural welding, and pipe welding.
Communicate technical issues related to assigned tasks verbally and in writing, including through written logs, work requests, and maintenance pass-down information.
Provide standard hand tools needed to perform assigned tasks.
Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Work collaboratively with the team and respectfully take direction from the Manager.