Machine Repair Assembly Technician

Lee Contracting, Inc.; Holly (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship program

Paid holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

Paid PTO

Disability & Life Insurance

Safety bonus

Employee stock ownership

Travel incentive

Holiday bonus

Tools provided

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting is seeking skilled apprentices to join our team in Holly, Michigan. As an employee-owned contractor, we emphasize safety, teamwork, and craftsmanship on equipment installation, maintenance, and fabrication projects.

You will support machinists and foremen across sites, follow precise instructions, and contribute to clean, organized work areas while learning from experienced tradespeople.

Qualifications

• Inspect mechanical or industrial equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear, disassemble and repair stamping presses.
• Basic understanding of piping - lube system repairs, thread pipe, tubing and steam fitting work.
• Reading blueprints and job layouts; precise measurement of machine components.
• Align, level and anchor machinery.
• Understand rigging procedures for load handling, and safety considerations.
• Arc welding and torch cutting experience.
• Familiar with pneumatic and hydraulic schematic reading.
• Ability to work at height and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Support other apprentices, machinists, and lead machinists on various projects
• Follow instructions from foreman and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently
• Keep the job site clean and well-organized
• Handle the loading and unloading materials, tools, and equipment
• Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards

Skills

Blueprint reading

Rigging basics

Welding

Industrial safety

Tools handling

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Aerial lift operation

Forklift operation

Lathe

Milling machine

Job description

Grand Blanc
10230 N Holly Rd
Holly, MI 48442, USA

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee-owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We are proud to offer our employees:

• Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus
• Company provided tools
• And so much more!

Responsibilities:

• Support other apprentices, machinists, and lead machinists on various projects
• Follow instructions from foreman and supervisors to ensure tasks are completed efficiently
• Keep the job site clean and well-organized
• Handle the loading and unloading materials, tools, and equipment
• Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards

Requirements:

• Inspect mechanical or industrial equipment to locate damage, defects, or wear, disassemble and repair stamping presses
• Basic understanding of piping - lube system repairs, thread pipe, tubing and steam fitting work
• Understanding precise measurement of machine components for installation, repair and quality control
• Align, level and anchor machinery
• Select rigging components and develop basic rigging procedures for general load handling activities
• Under supervision estimate the weight and center-of-gravity of a load
• Understand load handling equipment dynamics and the associated hazards
• Assist with and perform the positioning of chain falls, hoists, blocks, rope, jacks, chains and rigging
• Stick (arc) welding*
• Torch cutting
• Blueprint / Job layout reading
• Familiar with pneumatic and hydraulic schematic reading
• Understanding, familiar with confined space entrant
• Understanding and familiar with rigging industrial component

Preferred Requirements:

• Attaching rigging to a load based upon a pre-planned rigging method
• Set up and/or operate machines

Equipment & Tool Operation:

• Aerial lift and forklift experience required
• Trailer loading and securing of material & equipment
• Trailer loading and securing of material & equipment(preferred)
• Precision measuring equipment (ID/OD micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
• Operation of equipment (lathe, mill, saw, drill press, etc.) (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height.
• Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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