Job Purpose/Objectives/Complexity/Financial Impact/Summary

The Maintenance Associate will oversee the performance & maintenance of production machinery and mobile equipment. Also responsible for general maintenance and repair for other assigned equipment and facilities (interior/exterior) including plumbing, pipefitting, air compressor/air systems, electrical, fire systems, basic carpentry, heating/cooling, rigging, and other building systems.

Duties/Responsibilities/Tasks/Direct Reports

*inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.

*Safety is paramount. Employees understand the standards and the need for compliance.

*Troubleshoots issues, identifies causes, keeps performance logs, documents work performed, determine necessary repairs

*Plans repair work using building blueprints or equipment manuals.

*Performs general repairs not requiring a specialized technician. Routine repairs on building systems.

*Cleans and assists with facility upkeep/removing parts and reinstallation as necessary. Preventative maintenance on equipment/facilities including oiling and lubrication of machinery. Schedules routine maintenance on machinery.

*Orders supplies and materials necessary for repairs and maintenance. Install parts.

*Record keeping of maintenance by machine and/or facility.

*Maintains appropriate parts/supply inventories and tools.

*Collaborates with management team on equipment modification/new installation.

*May obtain outside contractor services to aid in repair or installation.

*Related duties as assigned.

Education: Vocational/Community College training/course work preferred. High School diploma.

Experience: Multiple years of prior experience in maintenance preferred. Demonstrated mechanical skills. General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry. Welding a plus, ability to use hand tools/power tools.

Computer Skills: General knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products. Demonstrated ability to maintain computer files per machine for performance history, supplies, issues, etc.

Certifications & Licenses: Master electrician license would be excellent, any maintenance related certifications.

Other Requirements: Attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. Excellent time management skills and analytical/problem solving skills.

Physical Requirements /Environment

Prolonged periods standing/walking. Able to bend, stretch, push, pull as needed to reach, clean and service machinery. Visually required to inspect machinery. Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to climb ladders, working at heights, bend or crawl into awkward spaces.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Communication Requirements

Good communication skills

Relationships: Internal/External

*Relationship and interaction with all levels of employees from Corporate Executives, plant leadership team to employees on the production floor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 48 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work setting:

• Outdoor work
• Warehouse

Ability to Commute:

• Wabash, IN 46992 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wabash, IN 46992: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person