Maintenance I Apprentice

HI-LEX CONTROLS INC•Litchfield, MI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This individual will perform duties to train in the maintenance and repair of a variety of plant equipment. Duties include installing equipment, repairing and replacing machine components, and maintaining equipment as needed, including troubleshooting electrical systems. The apprentice will take prescribed classes per HI-LEX Controls (JAMA) to achieve Journeyman status within a prescribed time.

Requirements

High School diploma required.
3 years related experience OJT.
Experience working on mechanical equipment.
Some basic electrical skills.
Experience working with power tools.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on all manufacturing and plant equipment.
Work with related equipment including hand tools, measuring tools, power tools, meters, saws, welding, and cutting equipment.
Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical problems with supervision.
Dismantle machines and equipment, replace defective parts, adjust feed mechanisms, and adjust sensors with supervision.
Install electrical raceways and bend & fit conduit with supervision.
Work on special projects that align with class studies and promote learning.
Perform any other job duties as required.
Use basic electrical skills with supervision.
Assemble fixturing and machine assemblies from basic prints and drawings.
Perform welding & cutting of fixtures and assemblies as required.
Work closely with maintenance shift lead training.
Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean and orderly.