A Plant Maintenance Trainee position is available immediately in the Atlanta Division.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, learns how to set up, install, repair, and maintain plant machinery and equipment also engaged with fabricating metal parts and tools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains the highest standard of safety in all areas of plant maintenance.
• Learns to troubleshoot plants on equipment-related issues and strategize solutions.
• Assists Area Plant Maintenance Manager in electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
• Assists Area Plant Maintenance Manager in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Learns how to dismantle, assemble, and install industrial machinery.
• Communicates with Area Plant Maintenance Manager about plant issues and supply of spare parts.
• Learns techniques to safely improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Maintains communication with Plant Manager/Area Plant Maintenance Manager regarding needs or problems relating to plant.
• Ability to operate front-end loader.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted. Must be able to climb excessive heights. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training.
• Team-based interpersonal skills; positive and constructive approach.
• Self-starter with ability to work with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must possess knowledge of pneumatic controls and hydraulic systems.
• Welding and Cutting experience a plus

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a current valid driver's license and an acceptable MVR to operate company vehicle.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.90 - $23.10 per hour

Benefits:

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

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Extended hours
• Night shift
• On call
• Overtime
• Rotating shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

Work setting:

• Construction site
• In-person
• Outdoor work

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Required)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
• Front loader/Forklift: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Georgia Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person