Junior Maintenance Technician — Hands-On Equipment Repair

UFP Industries, Inc.; Bartow, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep equipment, machinery, and facilities operating under direct supervision.

This entry-level role focuses on learning preventive maintenance practices and performing essential repairs in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include inspecting and servicing mechanical systems, following safety protocols including lock-out/tag-out, and reading basic machine schematics.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
• Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001” to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
• Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
• Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
• Ability to provide personal tools as required
• Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
• Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
• Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
• Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
• Able to follow directions well
• Display the willingness to learn
• Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Tools knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Cordless drills

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep equipment, machinery, and facilities operating under direct supervision.

This entry-level role focuses on learning preventive maintenance practices and performing essential repairs in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include inspecting and servicing mechanical systems, following safety protocols including lock-out/tag-out, and reading basic machine schematics.