What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Department Apprentice position at Whitlam Group Inc.?
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical and electronic prints preferred.
- Familiar with manufacturing equipment and its functions.
- Ability to work with hazardous materials and conditions safely.
- Ability to understand and troubleshoot electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems preferred.
- Ability to understand logic boards and relays.
- Ability to safely operate all related tool making machinery preferred. (Bridgeport, Lathe, Drill Press, Welder, and accessories).
- Basic knowledge of HVAC units preferred.
- Familiar with National Electrical Codes preferred.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Highschool lever math skills.
- Safety conscious.
B. EDUCATION AND TRAINING
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Maintenance skills test required.
- Knowledge of Whitlam Recycling program (in-house training).
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for efficiently installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing manufacturing equipment, routine building and non-manufacturing equipment maintenance and/or repair (including occasional snow removal and salting of walkways). To manufacture parts and/or assemblies from drawing or concept for production or building maintenance, with a high regard for quality. Perform all duties and functional responsibilities.
A. DUTIES AND FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain, repair, build and upgrade manufacturing and non-manufacturing equipment.
- Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems for the building.
- Maintain and repair warehouse equipment such as: forklift, pallet jacks and carts as necessary.
- Maintain, repair and upgrade electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
- Responsible for miscellaneous errands as required.
- Complete and maintain all required paperwork accurately and efficiently.
- Handle materials, tools and equipment with proper care and respect.
- Ensure all lighting elements, waste oils, solvents and other chemicals used in the maintenance process are properly stored and disposed of, according to environmental and safety regulations.
- Comply with all pertinent departmental and company policies, procedures and instructions.
- Perform backup duties to Pressroom / Building Maintenance staff in their absence.
- Perform any other duties as required.