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Maintenance Technician

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co.•Independence, IA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is an entry-level position responsible for simple maintenance and custodial duties under the direction and supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. The role performs non-complex mechanical work, cleaning and painting, and moving objects and tools. The technician reads preventive maintenance manuals and works with the Maintenance Supervisor to contact service personnel when major mechanical or electrical repairs are needed. The technician also uses crib master software to perform preventive maintenance. The position is in a manufacturing environment. Work inside the building takes place in a temperature-controlled area; warehouse or external work is not temperature controlled. The technician works near moving mechanical parts, at heights, and in close proximity to other people working with manufacturing equipment. There are no supervisory responsibilities. Required personal protective equipment includes safety glasses and steel-toed shoes.

Requirements

  • Fork truck certification is required.
  • Read, write, and speak English fluently.
  • Operate required tools and equipment skillfully and safely.
  • Interpret instructions provided in written, oral, or schedule form.
  • Read and interpret documents such as blueprints, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Calculate figures and formulas relevant to the work area.
  • Problem-solve undefined expectations.
  • Be computer literate.
  • Be flexible in a fast-paced environment where the product being produced may change quickly.
  • Work well in a team, demonstrate good communication skills, maintain a positive attitude, and show willingness to learn.
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
  • Meet the physical demands of sitting, standing, and walking; using fingers, hands, and arms to handle, grip, and grasp objects, controls, parts, tools, and equipment; and reaching, pushing, and pulling with hands and arms.
  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance.
  • Have vision of 20/25 with or without glasses and hearing sufficient to understand one-on-one conversations, with mechanical assistance if necessary.
  • Wear steel-toed shoes.
  • Wear safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

  • Six months of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

  • Perform non-complex mechanical functions.
  • Clean and paint.
  • Move objects and tools.
  • Read and understand preventive maintenance manuals.
  • Work with the Maintenance Supervisor to contact service personnel for major mechanical or electrical repairs the technician cannot perform.
  • Use crib master software to perform preventive maintenance.

Benefits

  • Bonus opportunities
  • Weekend shift option with a 36-hour work week
  • Growth opportunities
  • Paid time off starting at two weeks per year
  • 401(k) company match
  • Profit sharing
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • On-demand pay for hours worked before the next payday
  • Alternative shift premium of $3
  • Weekend premium of $5

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