Maintenance Mechanic

UFP Industries; Prairie du Chien (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Wisconsin is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I to perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools. You will assist in various machine and building repairs and maintain records of activities.

Schedule is 6pm - 6am across multiple days; candidate should have at least 1 year of maintenance repair experience and knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and welding. This role upholds safety rules and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance machine repair experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, control tech, and welding.
• Aware of safety rules and hazardous waste handling.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Assists in repairs of woodworking machinery and related systems.
• Orders supplies and parts as required.
• Keeps records of maintenance activities.
• Follows safety rules and maintains a clean work area.
• Participates in safety and other programs as needed.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Repair tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for performing basic preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools, and assists other members of the Maintenance Department in various machine/building repairs.

Schedule

6pm - 6am M, Tu, F, Sa, Su, W, Th

Principal Duties and 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Minimum 1 year of experience in machine repair in maintenance
• Working knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology, and welding
• Working 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

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.