Maintenance Assistant Jobs

The Technology & Manufacturing Association; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA) in Addison, IL is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the Maintenance Manager with routine and corrective maintenance on production machinery and facilities. The role is full-time with first-shift hours and potential overtime based on production needs.

Applicants should have mechanical and electrical knowledge, strong communication, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical, carpentry and mechanical systems is preferred.
• Formal technical training or certification in industrial maintenance is preferred.
• Shop environment with PPE and safety rules; ability to lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance on production equipment and facilities.
• Address routine and corrective maintenance and repairs to machinery.
• Inspects machinery and facilities and documents status.
• Adheres to safety, quality, and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical systems

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Penmanship for reports

Team player / willing to learn

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Technical/vocational training in industrial maintenance, electrical, or mechanical fields

Job description

Job Listing Quick Facts

Company Name: TMA
Location: Addison, IL
Employment Type: Full Time
Pay: $20 - $22 per hour View All Jobs at TMA

Since 1972, Tryson Metal Stampings & Manufacturing has offered custom metal stamping solutions to a variety of industries. At Tryson, we believe that our people are our most valuable resource. We offer a variety of professional training opportunities to ensure our talent remain competitive and safe with new processing techniques and equipment.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Assistant will support and aid the Maintenance Manager in addressing routine maintenance and corrective maintenance and repairs to machinery and the facilities.

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM CT; This role may be required to work overtime.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs machinery maintenance duties such as routine servicing of equipment, lubricating moving parts and gears on production machinery, monitoring equipment performance and addressing machinery breakdowns, and more.
• Maintains building facilities by performing general repairs and upkeep. This may include duties such as replacing lighting, painting, maintaining electrical systems, and more.
• Performs routine inspections of machinery and facilities and documents status through hand-written inspection reports.
• Follows proper safety, quality, and other company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Applicants must be able to speak, understand, read, and write in English. Bilingual applicants with the ability to speak and understand Spanish are preferred.
• Neat penmanship in order to ensure inspection reports and more are legible.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and openness to learn new things.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

• Previous maintenance experience with knowledge of electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools) is preferred.
• Technical/vocational training or certification in industrial maintenance, electrical, or mechanical fields is preferred.
• This job takes place within a shop environment which includes exposure to moderate to loud machine noise, vibrations, and fluctuating seasonal temperatures. Steel toed boots or appropriate PPE is required.

Physical Requirements:

• This role requires the capability to perform activities such as standing, bending, walking, and crouching for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

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