3rd Class Mechanic

Alpha-Baking-Co.,-Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premium

Union position after probation

Job summary

Alpha Baking Co., Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks a Bakery Equipment Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repair on bakery equipment, ensuring machinery runs efficiently.

You will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, weld and fabricate as needed, and use diagnostic instruments. The role requires independent work, weekend shifts, and overtime as needed; probationary pay applies with a higher rate after 90 days and union status after probation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of bakery equipment maintenance experience.
• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical maintenance, including welding.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues independently.
• Familiarity with hand tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift, weekends, and OT.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and reach; occasional climbing.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on bakery equipment to keep machines running.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and identify root causes.
• Use hand tools, welding, and basic fabrication to complete tasks.
• Use diagnostic instruments to assess equipment performance.
• Work independently without supervision.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe workplace.
• Participate in weekend shifts as required.

Skills

Independent troubleshooting

Problem solving

Manual dexterity

Safety minded

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic instruments

Welding equipment

Precision instruments

Job description

• Rate: $28.17 / hour during the probationary period; $31.30 /hour after the 90-Day probationary period (per CBA)
• Night Shift: Additional $1.50 per hour for working between 6 PM and 6 AM
• Union Role: Becomes a union position after successful completion of probation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance and repair work on bakery equipment, ensuring all machinery operates efficiently.


• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, identifying root causes of failures.


• Utilize intermediate knowledge of hand tools, welding, and basic fabrication to complete maintenance tasks.


• Operate diagnostic and precision instruments to assess equipment performance and identify areas needing repair.


• Work independently, performing tasks without requiring help or guidance.


• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.


• Participate in weekend shifts as required, maintaining flexibility in scheduling.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Intermediate knowledge of bakery equipment maintenance, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in mechanical and electrical maintenance practices, including welding and basic fabrication.


• Troubleshooting: Strong ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.


• Tools: Familiarity with hand tools, diagnostic, and precision instruments.


• Work Ethic: Ability to work independently, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and initiative.


• Flexibility: Willingness to work the 2nd shift, weekend work required and overtime work.


• Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.


• Work Conditions: Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.


• Safety: Must adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Join Alpha Baking Company and be a part of a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in bakery equipment maintenance.

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