General Maintenance

Atkins & Pearce; Covington (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins & Pearce in Covington, KY, is seeking a General Maintenance technician to perform machine care, carrier maintenance, and housekeeping in a manufacturing setting. The role requires forklift lic. and ability to lift 20–50 lbs; shift is 7:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday.

You will inspect carriers, operate a degreaser, disassemble/rebuild components, and help with changeovers. High school diploma or GED required; some mechanical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Some general mechanical experience preferred.
• Forklift license required for some tasks.
• Lock out certification.
• Ability to read labels and follow safety directions.
• Stand, lift 20–50 lbs, and perform repetitive motions.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate machines (braiders, winders) and perform routine care.
• Replace floor dry, sweep and mop floors; assist with changeovers.
• Identify, inspect and assist with carrier repair or rebuild.
• Operate degreaser according to procedure.
• Wash spools; clean break rooms and grounds; manage waste.
• Assist with air wash maintenance and filter replacement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading labels

Physical strength

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Grease gun

Vacuum

Degreaser

Checker tools

Job description

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General Maintenance

RFT COVINGTON, KY, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5030

Salary Range: $21.30 To $22.55 Annually

JOB EMPHASIS AND PURPOSE

The General Maintenance position consist of a number of different job tasks, including but not limited to, lubricating of machines, carrier builder/cleaning/changing, degreaser operation, and housekeeping.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Machine Care

• Oil and grease braiders, winders, and all other applicable equipment (i.e. – line shafts, worm gears, etc.)
• Vacuum / blow off machines (braiders, winders, cotton room, etc.)
• Replace floor dry, sweep and mop floors.
• Perform changeovers as needed.
• Assist with air wash maintenance (clean, replace filters, pressure spray tanks and risers, etc.)

Parts Service

• Identify and inspect carriers.
• Disassemble and rebuild carriers as determined from inspection.
• Remove and replace carriers as required.
• Operate degreaser according to procedure.
• Wash spools.
• Cleaning of break rooms, rest rooms and grounds.
• Trash collection and recycling of material waste.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Some general mechanical experience preferred.

License / Credentials / Certifications

• Forklift license required for some job tasks.
• Lock out certification.

Skills / Specialized Knowledge / Abilities

• A good understanding of the working of parts and machines for assigned area.
• Ability to read and interpret labels that explain directions for usage and safety.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working hours are generally from 7:00am to 3:30pm (Monday – Friday) with a chance of variation based on needs.
• Work is generally performed in a manufacturing environment and occasionally on the roof and the surrounding property. Hearing protection is required in most areas.
• Degreaser / carrier build – hot work area in summer months
• Ability to stand, squat, and bend at the waist for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work with hands above head and to use them in a repetitive motion for a noticeable period of time Ability to lift between 20-50 lbs. on occasion

Tools and Equipment

• Basic hand tools, pushcart, cleaning supplies, broom/mop/bucket, electric oil cart, grease gun, vacuum, checker tools, individual carrier parts, assigned PPE

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. This job description should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job. Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Atkins & Pearce is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage all people to apply regardless of age, gender, gender expression or criminal conviction history.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atkins & Pearce makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.