Maintenance Mechanic (Journeyperson)

Lozier • Omaha, NE

3d

About The Position

Lozier Corporation is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic to maintain and improve the performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment. The role focuses on keeping machines operating properly through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. The qualified mechanic performs general machine and building maintenance, simpler tool, die, and fixture work when requested, and electrical, plumbing, heating, welding, and other maintenance work. The position requires little supervision and may include temporary transfers to another shift for further training, for periods no longer than 60 days per occurrence.

The employee must complete all steps of the Maintenance Apprentice Program, including written and practical exams, and any training required by the Company and Joint Training Committee to keep up with technology. Progression must occur within prescribed time limits; otherwise, the employee may be removed from the Maintenance department and returned to an available position in the highest classification for which they are qualified.

The posting lists second- and third-shift starting pay rates. Work involves constant hand usage, frequent standing and reaching, and occasional walking, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling, and elevated reaching.

Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience performing electromechanical repairs, welding, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Experience with pneumatics, relay logic, and PLCs.
• Ability to operate hand and powered tools, including surface grinders, milling machines, lathes, drill presses, belt sanders, saws, hoists, clamps, and measuring tools.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good attendance record.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must satisfactorily complete all steps of the Maintenance Apprentice Program, including written and practical exams and required training.
• Must be physically capable of handling parts, materials, and equipment, including test equipment, as needed.
• Must be a good welder and skilled in using tools for electrical, plumbing, and heating work.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lozier’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values through behaviors that contribute to the company’s success.
• Perform general maintenance on machines and building systems.
• Maintain machines in proper operating condition and follow the Preventative Maintenance Schedule and requirements of the Preventative Maintenance sheet.
• Perform electromechanical repairs, welding, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Perform simpler tool, die, and fixture work when requested.
• Carry out electrical, plumbing, and heating work using the necessary tools.
• Use predictive maintenance, root cause analysis, and data-driven decision-making to support equipment reliability and manufacturing throughput.
• Complete the Maintenance Apprentice Program steps, exams, and training required by the Company and Joint Training Committee.
• Handle parts, materials, equipment, and test equipment as needed.
• Transfer to another shift for further training if required; each such period will last no longer than 60 days per occurrence.

Benefits

• $1,000 bonus after 90 days of employment for new hires, subject to taxes.
• Vacation hours and paid holidays.
• Medical and dental benefits eligible on the first day of the month following 60 consecutive days of employment.
• Onsite Health Clinic.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed