Maintenance Apprentice (Plant)

T.G. Lee Dairy•Orange City, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

T.G. Lee Dairy, a Dairy Farmers of America company, is seeking a Maintenance Apprentice to join its team in Orange City, Florida. Under direct supervision, the apprentice performs repair and maintenance work, with assistance from a Maintenance Technician, Lead Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Manager for technical and diagnostic repairs. The role supports equipment inspection, preventive maintenance, repairs, documentation, inventory reporting, process improvement, and safe, sanitary plant operations. The apprentice may operate a forklift or other material-handling equipment once certified. The scheduled hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with Sunday and Monday off. The pay rate is $23.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience is preferred but not required.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Must be computer literate and have experience with engine, ABS, transmission, or other diagnostic equipment and software.
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, and crawl for virtually the entire shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist others with lifting.
Ability to work in a dusty, greasy environment with moderate noise, including outdoor work and mostly indoor temperatures ranging from 50°F to 85°F, with colder conditions when testing or repairing refrigerated units.
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must pass pre-employment screens, including drug, background, and criminal checks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with commercial truck repair.

Responsibilities

Assist mechanics with lifting and positioning when additional help is needed.
Prepare work areas for mechanics by transferring tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work areas.
Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects and proper functioning.
Complete repairs and replacements under the direction of a mechanic or Maintenance Manager when assigned.
Perform preventive maintenance, including cleaning and lubricating tools and plant equipment.
Operate a forklift or other material-handling equipment once certified, as applicable.
Maintain accurate and complete records and appropriately document work performed and its location.
Report low supply levels to supervisors to help maintain parts and supplies inventory.
Ensure paperwork is clear, complete, legible, and accurate in accordance with SOPs.
Help identify process improvement opportunities using a continuous improvement mindset.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Follow required safe work practices, including wearing required PPE and observing confined-space, chemical-handling, and fall-restraint safety requirements.
Support food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality in the designated area.
Report food safety or food quality issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned.