Maintenance mechanic helper job description
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Maintenance mechanic helper requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in maintenance mechanic helper job postings.
Sample maintenance mechanic helper requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Familiarity with maintenance equipment.
- Experience with industrial machinery repairs.
- Ability to understand written instructions.
- Knowledge of safety protocols.
Sample required maintenance mechanic helper soft skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well both independently and in a team.
- Attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
- Flexibility to work various shifts.
Maintenance mechanic helper job description example 1
Allan A. Myers maintenance mechanic helper job description
Responsibilities
This non-exempt position assists the preventative maintenance mechanic on our fleet of heavy duty vehicles and heavy equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Frequently requires the ability to sit, talk and hear. Frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch. Frequently requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.Requires following specific types of vision: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work environment - field settings. Conditions may include all or some of the following: moderate noise level to high noise levels, exposure to mechanical parts, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and vibration, wet and/or humid (non-weather) conditions, high/precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, work with explosives and vibration.
Qualifications
* Must possess related experience
* Must have a willingness and desire to learn preventative maintenance
starting at $20/hr
Overview
Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community.
Our Family is Strong and Growing
We employ more than 2,100 men and women. Our reputation for "Better, Faster, Safe" performance continues to bring us tremendous success. To keep up with rising demand for our products and services, we need to hire many more hard-working, ambitious people to fill hourly and salaried positions. Join our elite team, learn and grow with us, and we will provide a pathway to the American Dream for you and your family.
Your Future is a Career Not a Job
As a family-owned company, we attract the best workers in the industry because we treat every person as a family member. That means we practice care and concern for one another's safety and well-being. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
This non-exempt position assists the preventative maintenance mechanic on our fleet of heavy duty vehicles and heavy equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Frequently requires the ability to sit, talk and hear. Frequently requires the ability to stand, walk, use hands/fingers, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch. Frequently requires the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.Requires following specific types of vision: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work environment - field settings. Conditions may include all or some of the following: moderate noise level to high noise levels, exposure to mechanical parts, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and vibration, wet and/or humid (non-weather) conditions, high/precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of electrical shock, work with explosives and vibration.
Qualifications
* Must possess related experience
* Must have a willingness and desire to learn preventative maintenance
starting at $20/hr
Overview
Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community.
Our Family is Strong and Growing
We employ more than 2,100 men and women. Our reputation for "Better, Faster, Safe" performance continues to bring us tremendous success. To keep up with rising demand for our products and services, we need to hire many more hard-working, ambitious people to fill hourly and salaried positions. Join our elite team, learn and grow with us, and we will provide a pathway to the American Dream for you and your family.
Your Future is a Career Not a Job
As a family-owned company, we attract the best workers in the industry because we treat every person as a family member. That means we practice care and concern for one another's safety and well-being. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Maintenance mechanic helper job description example 2
Dairy Farmers of America maintenance mechanic helper job description
**Position** : Plant Maintenance Mechanic Helper
**Location** : Englewood, Colorado
We are Meadow Gold Dairies, a part of Dairy Farmers of America's DFA Dairy Brands family. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced individual to join our Plant Maintenance Team in Englewood, CO as a Maintenance Mechanic Helper. This is a union, full-time position.
**COMPENSATION:**
+ $25.59 per hour
**SCHEDULE:**
_2nd Shift: Thursday to Monday: 2:45PM - 10:00PM_
Under direct supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic Helper is responsible for repairs and maintenance. The Maintenance Mechanic Helper works with the assistance of a Maintenance Technician, Lead Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager when performing technical and diagnostic type repairs.
+ Assists Mechanics when extra hands are necessary during lifting and positioning
+ Prepare work areas for Mechanics: transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work areas
+ Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning
+ May complete repairs and replacements under the direction of a Mechanic or Maintenance Manager
+ Perform preventive maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating tools and plant equipment
+ May, once certified, operate a forklift or other material handling equipment.
+ Maintain accurate and complete records, document all work performed appropriately and location.
+ Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisors.
+ Ensure all paperwork is clear, complete, legible and accurate in accordance with SOPs.
+ Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
+ Follow Good Manufacturing Processes.
+ Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
+ Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
+ Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
+ Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**REQUIREMENTS:**
+ High school diploma or GED preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
+ Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, crawl required for virtually the entire shift
+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to assist others when lifting is required
+ Computer literate and experience with diagnostic equipment preferred
+ Must be able to work in a wet environment, with exposure to chemicals. Temperature ranges from 35 degrees to over 100 degrees (if working outside or on plant roof)
+ Must be willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays
+ Be able to effectively work in a team environment
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to work in a fast pace environment
+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background, and criminal checks)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
**Location** : Englewood, Colorado
We are Meadow Gold Dairies, a part of Dairy Farmers of America's DFA Dairy Brands family. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced individual to join our Plant Maintenance Team in Englewood, CO as a Maintenance Mechanic Helper. This is a union, full-time position.
**COMPENSATION:**
+ $25.59 per hour
**SCHEDULE:**
_2nd Shift: Thursday to Monday: 2:45PM - 10:00PM_
Under direct supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic Helper is responsible for repairs and maintenance. The Maintenance Mechanic Helper works with the assistance of a Maintenance Technician, Lead Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager when performing technical and diagnostic type repairs.
+ Assists Mechanics when extra hands are necessary during lifting and positioning
+ Prepare work areas for Mechanics: transfer tools, parts, equipment, and supplies to and from work areas
+ Examine and test machinery, equipment, components, and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning
+ May complete repairs and replacements under the direction of a Mechanic or Maintenance Manager
+ Perform preventive maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating tools and plant equipment
+ May, once certified, operate a forklift or other material handling equipment.
+ Maintain accurate and complete records, document all work performed appropriately and location.
+ Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisors.
+ Ensure all paperwork is clear, complete, legible and accurate in accordance with SOPs.
+ Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
+ Follow Good Manufacturing Processes.
+ Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
+ Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
+ Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
+ Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
**REQUIREMENTS:**
+ High school diploma or GED preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
+ Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
+ Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, reach, crawl required for virtually the entire shift
+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to assist others when lifting is required
+ Computer literate and experience with diagnostic equipment preferred
+ Must be able to work in a wet environment, with exposure to chemicals. Temperature ranges from 35 degrees to over 100 degrees (if working outside or on plant roof)
+ Must be willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays
+ Be able to effectively work in a team environment
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills
+ Ability to work in a fast pace environment
+ Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background, and criminal checks)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024