Maintenance Assistant

Company Overview

Westwind Wood Specialties, Inc. has established a reputation for delivering exceptional craftsmanship and CNC precision in custom wood components. With over 25 years of experience, we serve the Colorado Front Range, providing high-quality cabinet fronts, drawer boxes, moldings, and more. Our commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction drives everything we do.

We are actively seeking several individuals looking for a career in manufacturing with a passion for quality and excellence. The Maintenance Assistant position with Westwind will demonstrate strong work ethic, maintenance and facilities services aptitude, and a track record of quality. This position is part of our Engineering Department and will enjoy the opportunity to excel in this role and advance their career in maintenance and operational excellence.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Maintenance Engineer, assists with preventive maintenance, simple repairs, and routine facility upkeep. The position supports production equipment maintenance through cleaning, lubrication, inspections, preparation of tools and parts, and hands-on assistance. The Maintenance Engineer assigns priorities, provides training, and directs troubleshooting and specialized repairs. Routine tasks may be completed after training and authorization.

SUCCESS MEASURES

Success in this role is demonstrated by the ability to:

• Complete assigned preventive and corrective maintenance work accurately, safely, and within established priorities and timeframes.
• Complete assigned routine tasks within training and authorization, and promptly report problems requiring the Maintenance Engineer.
• Support production continuity by completing assigned maintenance tasks and preparing tools, parts, and work areas for repairs.
• Record completed tasks, observations, and time in the Maintenance Management System after training.
• Identify and report unusual noise, leaks, wear, safety hazards, and other maintenance concerns.
• Maintain facilities, grounds, tools, work areas, and assigned equipment in a safe, orderly, and serviceable condition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform assigned preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, visual inspections, and simple adjustments using established checklists and procedures after training.
• Assist the Maintenance Engineer with mechanical and pneumatic repairs, including replacement of belts, fittings, hoses, and other components as directed and after training.
• Report electrical faults and assist with electrical maintenance only under the direction of the Maintenance Engineer or a qualified electrical service provider, within training and authorization.
• Perform assigned simple facility repairs and assist with doors, fixtures, plumbing, and other building upkeep within training and authorization.
• Assist with routine vehicle inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance as directed. Report repair needs to the Maintenance Engineer; vendor selection and major repairs are handled by the Maintenance Engineer or management.
• Assist with exterior upkeep, debris removal, and seasonal grounds tasks as assigned within the maintenance schedule.
• Perform assigned visual inspections and report leaks, wear, unsafe conditions, or abnormal equipment operation to the Maintenance Engineer.
• Use the Maintenance Management System after training to review assigned work, enter notes and time, and update task status. The Maintenance Engineer establishes priorities and reviews completed work.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and other maintenance equipment only after required training and authorization.
• Assist the Maintenance Engineer with production-equipment maintenance, repairs, installations, changeovers, or improvement projects as assigned and within demonstrated capability.
• Communicate observed maintenance concerns and task status to the Maintenance Engineer and affected production personnel as directed.
• Maintain maintenance supplies, tools, replacement parts, and assigned inventory in an organized condition and communicate replenishment needs.
• Follow applicable safety procedures, including energy-control/lockout-tagout requirements when trained and authorized, use required personal protective equipment, and immediately report unsafe conditions or work outside authorized capability.
• Assist with facility projects and outside service visits as directed. The Maintenance Engineer or management coordinates vendors and determines the work scope.

ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Executes all duties and responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner adhering to confidentiality obligations, safety expectations, and compliance requirements.
• Carries out duties in compliance with all federal and state regulations and guidelines.
• Successfully completes assigned regulatory and job training requirements.
• Complies with all company and site policies and procedures.
• Learn assigned maintenance procedures and develop practical skills through training provided by the Maintenance Engineer.
• Suggest practical improvements to safety, organization, and routine maintenance to the Maintenance Engineer.
• Perform other assigned duties consistent with the assistant role, training, and authorization.
• Is available for overtime as needed.

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. No minimum years of industrial maintenance experience are required.
• One (1) year of experience with maintenance, mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or similar hands-on work.
• Six (6) months of experience with pneumatic or electrical systems.
• Demonstrated familiarity and safe operation of common hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Internal Communication - Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual records, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills.
• Service Coordination - Communicates courteously with outside service personnel when directed and refers technical questions and commitments to the Maintenance Engineer.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, completes assigned tasks, asks for help when needed, and meets attendance and punctuality expectations.
• Job Knowledge - Learns assigned duties, uses approved procedures, and recognizes when a task exceeds training or authorization.
• Productivity - Follows assigned priorities, uses work time effectively, and reports delays or additional work needs.
• Quality - Checks assigned work for accuracy, follows checklists, and reports defects or recurring concerns to the Maintenance Engineer.
• Engagement and Collaboration - Creates an environment of engagement in which multiple perspectives, diverse backgrounds, varied skill sets and creative insights drive superior results.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and standard operating procedure manuals.
• Write brief, clear maintenance notes and communicate observations and questions.
• Communicate clearly in writing and in oral interactions directly and using technology mediums including but not limited to phone, email, text, and video.
• Demonstrates professionalism through active listening, respectful communication, problem solving, and timely follow-up with internal and external stakeholders.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn preventive maintenance procedures.
• Basic familiarity with fasteners and hand tools; ability to learn routine care of belts, chains, bearings, and related components.
• Ability to learn basic pneumatic component identification and assist with assigned repairs after training.
• Ability to recognize and report electrical hazards and follow instructions for safe assistance within training and authorization.
• Basic vehicle inspection or maintenance experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, checklists, and maintenance instructions with guidance; training will be provided for equipment-specific tasks.
• Ability to safely operate common hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment appropriate to assigned work.
• Ability to recognize when help is needed and promptly refer unfamiliar or specialized work to the Maintenance Engineer.
• Ability to learn and perform assigned facility and grounds upkeep.

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

Ability to learn and use:

• The Westwind Maintenance Management System to review assigned tasks and enter basic work records; training will be provided.
• Basic computer and mobile-device applications necessary to receive work orders, document maintenance activity, communicate, and access technical information.

REASONING SKILLS

• Recognize abnormal conditions and describe observations clearly to the Maintenance Engineer.
• Follow a checklist or a demonstrated procedure and ask questions when instructions are unclear.
• Use safe judgment, stop when a task exceeds training or authorization, and seek direction.
• Assist the Maintenance Engineer by collecting requested observations, measurements, or parts information.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Use basic arithmetic and measurements, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and reading a tape measure.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Follow maintenance priorities assigned by the Maintenance Engineer and promptly report urgent concerns.
• Complete routine tasks after training, follow the Maintenance Engineer’s direction, and request assistance for unfamiliar work.
• Ability to perform repetitive and physically demanding maintenance tasks while maintaining attention to safety, quality, and detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with production employees, leaders, the Maintenance Engineer, and outside service providers.
• Adjust to changing assignments as directed by the Maintenance Engineer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Frequently required to stand throughout the workday while performing maintenance, inspection, and facility tasks.
• Walking - Frequently required to walk throughout the manufacturing facility, grounds, utility areas, and other work locations.
• Lifting / Carrying - Frequently required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. Occasionally required to move 75 pounds or more using mechanical assistance, appropriate equipment, or assistance from another person.
• Climbing - Occasionally required to climb stairs, steps, and ladders to access equipment, building components, or work areas.
• Balancing - Frequently required to maintain balance while working from varied positions, on uneven surfaces, or while accessing maintenance areas.
• Reaching - Frequently required to reach with hands and arms, including overhead and at varied heights, while performing maintenance and repair activities.
• Stooping / Kneeling / Crouching - Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or work in varied positions to inspect, access, maintain, and repair equipment or facility components.
• Dexterity - Frequently required to use hands and fingers to grasp, handle, manipulate tools, fasteners, controls, parts, and equipment requiring manual dexterity.
• Vision - Requires close and distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus sufficient to safely inspect equipment, use tools, read technical information, and identify maintenance conditions.
• Hearing - Frequently required to hear communication, equipment operation, alarms, and changes in machine or facility sounds in a manufacturing environment; hearing protection may be required in designated areas.
• Driving / Equipment Operation - Occasionally required to operate a company or personal vehicle and, when trained and authorized, maintenance or material-handling equipment.

Never = 0% | Occasionally = up to 33% | Frequently = 34% - 66% | Constantly = 67% to 100%

WORK ENVIRONMENT / TRAVEL

• Work is performed in a cabinet manufacturing facility and associated offices, utility areas, grounds, and exterior property. The employee may be exposed to wood dust and particulates, manufacturing noise, moving machinery, compressed-air systems, electrical and mechanical equipment, seasonal weather, temperature variation, and other conditions associated with industrial maintenance work. Required personal protective equipment must be used in accordance with company policy and applicable safety requirements.
• Travel - Minimal local travel may occasionally be required to obtain parts, supplies, or support facility and maintenance needs.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Do you affirm that you have reviewed the complete job description and requirements of the position and either meet or exceed the minimum qualifications?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• routine mechanical and pneumatic system maintenance: 1 year (Required)
• basic electrical troubleshooting: 1 year (Required)
• safely using maintenance equipment: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Pueblo, CO 81001 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $20