Plant Maintenance Intern
About The Position
The Plant Maintenance Intern supports the maintenance team in promoting safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations. Under the guidance of experienced maintenance team members, the intern gains hands-on exposure to preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and facility upkeep in a fast-paced production environment. This internship is designed for a student interested in developing practical skills in industrial maintenance. The intern works closely with maintenance, production, engineering, and safety teams while learning about mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fabrication, and welding systems. All assigned work is completed within the intern’s training and authorization and with appropriate supervision. The position is with County Materials in Janesville, Wisconsin.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in industrial maintenance, electromechanical technology, mechanical technology, welding, electrical systems, or a related field.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing equipment and industrial maintenance.
- Ability and willingness to learn, follow instructions, ask questions, and work safely under supervision.
- Effective communication, organization, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous coursework, shop experience, welding exposure, or experience using hand and power tools is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist maintenance team members with preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of manufacturing equipment.
- Learn the basic operation and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- Help identify equipment issues and communicate observations to qualified maintenance personnel.
- Support planned maintenance activities and equipment improvement projects under supervision.
- Assist with basic fabrication, welding, equipment installation, and component replacement when trained, authorized, and supervised.
- Learn to read and interpret work orders, technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
- Use approved hand tools, power tools, meters, and material-handling equipment safely and as directed.
- Document completed work, inspection findings, parts used, and assigned follow-up needs.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with company procedures and applicable safety requirements.
- Participate in safety meetings, training, and other learning opportunities related to plant maintenance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid short-term and long-term disability
- 401(k) match
- Eight paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Referral rewards program
- Wellness program with rewards
- Flexible savings options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid life insurance
- $200 boot allowance
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance
- Optional uniform program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
