Description

At MIL, we make the complex simple; we bring together the brightest minds and subject matter experts to process precision parts that become components on space, aircraft, and defense systems. The reliability of what we do and how we do it, makes the difference in the lives of those who use these systems. What sets us apart? Our people and our relentless dedication to helping our customers. We are the special processor of choice for missions to the skies, Mars, and beyond. 

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Passionate - We believe in what we are doing and the difference we make; Our quality is our passion.
• Collaborative - Treat each other with respect as professionals; We win or lose as a team; Collaboration multiplies our contributions.
• Can-Do - Great isn't good enough; No excuses given or taken; Eagerly willing to accept and meet challenges.
• Own Results - Overcome obstacles, find solutions, and deliver exceptional results; Honor our commitments.
• Quality Driven - Do the right thing; We are honest, transparent, and committed to doing what's best for our customers.

Position Overview: The Maintenance Apprentice will support the department with upkeep of multiple facilities and equipment. This individual will work within a team to gain knowledge in an effort to continuously and proactively improve MIL's infrastructure, systems, and procedures.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with maintenance and repair of industrial processing equipment such as hoists, air make up units, HVAC units, scrubbers. high pressure process boilers, and magnetic drive pumps.
• Respond to production interruptions and other emergency situations quickly and efficiently.
• Refurbish equipment such as spin dryers and diaphragm pumps by replacing worn components and refinishing.
• Assist with various maintenance infrastructure projects such as complex installations and the restoration and redesign of facilities.
• Manage and maintain MIL's mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural systems.
• Support MIL's stringent standards of presentation, housekeeping, and organization through the restoration and replacement of lighting, furnishings, oxidation remediation, paint, landscaping, and other aesthetically focused projects.
• Identify hazards/unsafe working conditions and collaborate with Health and Safety to implement viable solutions.
• Effectively prioritize and complete department work orders utilizing MIL's preventative/predictive maintenance software.
• Cross-functionally support the maintenance and custodial teams as needed.
• Assist with continuous improvement, peripheral projects, and company initiatives.
• Take part in applicable ongoing training and development sessions and participate in periodic testing and performance evaluations.
• Inventory and order parts, consumables, and supplies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• A detail-oriented, organized, self-starting individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A quality and customer-centric individual who takes pride in their work.
• Operate consistently and safely with minimal or no supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and capacity to learn new equipment, systems, and procedures such as rectifiers, chillers, industrial process systems, air compressors, etc.
• Develop and use expert level methods and procedures in maintenance, construction, and repair activities. 

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess basic levels of mechanical ability.
• Must be willing to learn common shop practices, inventories, and tool use including hand, air, power, cordless, carpentry, electrical testing, measuring, and plumbing tools.
• PC proficient with a basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications and comfortable using mobile devices such as Android tablets for work orders and/or data entry.
• Must be physically capable of standing and/or walking around for extended periods of time, drive forklifts and scissors lifts, and able to work at heights on ladders and man lifts, in confined areas, and outdoors in all types of weather.
• Experience in industrial maintenance with pneumatic, plumbing, electrical, and steam systems a plus.
• Experience in a plating/industrial coatings environment a plus.
• Basic arithmetic skills (i.e., add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is a plus.
• Individual must be authorized to work in the U.S. under one of the following criteria: 1. A citizen of the United States, 2. A lawful permanent resident, 3. A non-citizen National of the United States. 

Reports: The Maintenance Technician will report directly to the Maintenance Manager.

Hours: 1ST Shift, Monday – Friday. Some overtime and rotating Saturdays required. Must be flexible to work a schedule including overtime, holiday, and additional weekend hours as needed.

Full-Time MIL employee benefits include:

• Annual performance and compensation review, with the potential to earn up to two annual bonuses. 
• MIL Inc. 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing. 
• Premium health insurance as well as supplemental vision and dental insurance plans.
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance and AD&D.
• Company paid holidays and personal paid time-off accrual. 

Please do not hesitate to ask for additional details on any of our benefits & policies.