Maintenance Mechanic

USG; Otsego (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

USG is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform diversified mechanical repairs and maintenance for production equipment. Candidates should possess mechanical aptitude and basic hand tools, with responsibilities including routine repairs, adherence to safety protocols, and teamwork in a manufacturing environment. This position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical Insurance Options

401(k) Investment Plan with company match

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Quarterly Bonus Potential

Qualifications

• Must meet physical requirements including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
• Basic knowledge of welding and industrial terminologies required.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical issues with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mechanical repairs on production machines.
• Assist in troubleshooting and analyze equipment operations.
• Work effectively in a team while adhering to safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety Awareness

Tools

Basic Hand Tools

Welding Equipment

Industrial Equipment

Job description

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Perform highly diversified duties to repair and maintain production machines and plant facility equipment. (e.g. building maintenance, machinery repairs, welding, pipefitting, mobile mechanics, etc.).

Basic Requirements:

• Meets Essential Physical Requirements of the Position. Must regularly lift/move up to 25 lbs and occasionally lift/move up to 50 lbs. Regularly climb stairs/ladders/scaffolding and work at heights. Walk/stand/work on feet for extended periods of time. Work in hot/humid environments.
• Understand and adhere to all department and general plant safety rules.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Possess basic required hand tools.
• Be available for overtime and emergency call-in as needed.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, learning capacity and self-motivation.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Proficient knowledge of industrial equipment and maintenance.
• Mechanical Repair, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Bearings, Lifting/Rigging, Welding, Pipe Fitting, etc.

Job Procedures and Requirements:

• Perform routine mechanical repairs with limited to no supervision.
• Must know maintenance and equipment terminology (basic bearing terminology, pump terminology, roll terminology, motor terminology, plant locations).
• Possess knowledge and ability to analyze, troubleshoot and complete repair of routine/non-routine equipment with limited supervision, assistance, and leadership (including bearings, refiner plates, pulper work, pump changes, roll change).
• Must have basic welding repair and fabrication knowledge (welder assembly, material usage, assisted in fabrication projects).
• Possess basic knowledge of some maintenance specialties (e.g. laser alignment, vibration analysis, infrared thermography, carpentry, pipefitting, machining, etc.) and the ability to employ it where applicable.
• Must possess a thorough knowledge of industrial rigging techniques and devices including crane operation.
• Proficient and able to effectively operate all machine shop and mobile equipment (grinders, drill press, band saw, bobcat, hose machine, fork trucks, aerial lifts).
• Must be familiar with the basics of maintenance and repair of hydraulic and pneumatic systems (basic knowledge of hose application, assisted on repairs of hydraulic and pneumatic systems).
• Ability to use equipment manuals and schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
• Must have a basic understanding of the USG RPM model program (storeroom operation/parts check out, work orders).
• Must have an understanding of work order systems (EAM) and Safety databases (completed VWIs, SOCs, LOTOs, confined space entries, locate parts in EAM, locate work orders, enter craftsman feedback, enter a work request).

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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