Temporary Mechanic

Mueller Water Products; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

401k match

ESPP

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt matching

Well-being program

EAP

Life insurance

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. in Decatur, IL seeks a 2nd Shift Maintenance Mechanic to install, repair and rebuild machinery, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The role requires reading blueprints, welding, and maintaining hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

You will train others, ensure safe operations, and work overtime as needed. We offer comprehensive benefits including health, 401(k) with company match, ESPP, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Qualifications

• Must have a safe work history.
• Must have a high school diploma/GED or equivalent of work experience.
• Maintenance experience of 4 years or more in a factory setting and/or certificates from a trade school.
• Must be able to wear safety goggles, heat gloves, hard hat and other PPE as required.
• Must be able to provide a complete set of mechanical hand tools as required.
• Must be available for overtime as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, layouts and diagrams and make sketches as needed.
• Make repair parts and perform acetylene or electric welding and cutting operations.
• Install, repair, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform predictive / preventative maintenance including lubrication.
• Train others as assigned.
• Work safely with machinist tools and sharpen tools as needed.
• Prepare reports and use a computer as assigned.
• Paint, plumbing, clean up and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety history

Safety compliance

Hand tools use

Reading blueprints

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Who We Are

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future, we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

2nd Shift Mechanic

Mueller is seeking a 2nd shift Maintenance Mechanic to join our team at our brand new foundry in Decatur, IL. This work consists of the installation, repair, removal and rebuilding of the machinery, equipment, material handling equipment, company vehicles and the repairs of building and grounds. In this role we are offering a $5000 sign on bonus.

Job Duties

• Read, interpret and work from blueprints, layouts, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams and make sketches and rough blueprints as needed.
• Make repair parts as needed Layout, set up and perform all acetylene or electric welding and cutting operations.
• Install, repair, maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Perform predictive / preventative maintenance operations as required including adding oil or grease as needed.
• Train Others as assigned.
• Work in a safe manner with all machinist tools and sharpen tools as needed.
• Prepare reports and computer use as assigned.
• Painting, plumbing, clean up and any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have a safe work history.
• Must have a high school diploma/GED or equivalent of work experience.
• Must have maintenance experience of 4 years or more in a factory setting and/or certificates from a trade school.
• Must be able to wear safety goggles, heat gloves, hard hat and other PPE as required.
• Must be able to provide a complete set of mechanical hand tools as required.
• Must be available for overtime as scheduled.

Salary/Pay Range

Salary/Pay Range: $15.00-$32.50 The compensation range above reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment as of the date of posting. Individual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the role, professional experience, job-related skills, achievements, and/or work location. The range listed is only one component of the total compensation package offered to candidates.

Other Compensation & Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan with 5% Company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• vacation
• 100% paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement program
• student debt retirement matching
• well-being program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company-provided life insurance
• supplemental insurance at group rates
• and more

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.

E-Verify Participation

This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely. Notice of E-Verify Participation: This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely. Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below. IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)

Accommodation

If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.

About Mueller

Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure® Mueller Water Products, Inc. (www.muellerwaterproducts.com) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe connection and repair products, metering products, leak detection, and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure®. Mueller Water Products brands include Mueller®, Echologics®, Hydro Gate®, Hydro-Guard®, HYMAX®, Jones®, Krausz®, Mi.Net®, Milliken®, Pratt®, Pratt Industrial®, Singer®, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant.