Industrial Maintenance Technician – Hands-On Repair & Preventive

UFP Industries, Inc; Folkston (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc in Folkston, GA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I responsible for basic preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools, and assisting other members of the Maintenance Department in repairs.

The role requires knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding, plus safe work practices. Candidates should have at least 1 year of maintenance machine repair experience and be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in machine repair in maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and control technology, and welding.
• Knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Performs regular, preventative maintenance on all machinery, equipment, tools, and building
• Assists in the repair of woodworking machinery, infeed/outfeed systems, hand tools, and forklifts in accordance with diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications
• Orders supplies and parts as required
• Performs preventive maintenance as scheduled
• Maintains records of repair and maintenance activities
• Performs duties consistent with established safety rules and procedures
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings
• If assigned to Treating Department, performs duties consistent with hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures and practices
• Prepares various reports as required
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Control technology

Welding

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc in Folkston, GA is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I responsible for basic preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools, and assisting other members of the Maintenance Department in repairs.

The role requires knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding, plus safe work practices. Candidates should have at least 1 year of maintenance machine repair experience and be at least 18 years old.