Maintenance/Shop Helper

AFC Companies; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

AFC Companies in Gary, Indiana is seeking a hands-on Maintenance / Shop Helper to support our technicians and keep the shop clean, safe, and organized. This role offers learning opportunities in truck and trailer maintenance in a busy shop environment.

The ideal candidate is dependable, eager to learn, and able to perform physical tasks safely. Previous shop or mechanical experience is helpful but not required. This is a great entry point into vehicle maintenance with a hands-on team.

Qualifications

• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools and mechanical interest.
• Able to perform physical tasks safely (standing, lifting, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with basic truck and trailer maintenance and repairs under supervision.
• Gather tools, parts, and supplies needed for shop work.
• Keep work areas, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
• Help receive, stock, and organize parts and supplies.
• Assist with cleaning vehicles and maintaining the shop and yard.
• Follow safety procedures, wear required protective equipment, and report hazards.
• Complete other shop support duties as assigned.

Skills

Dependable

Team player

Hand tools

Mechanical interest

Job description

Help keep our fleet moving. AFC is looking for a dependable, hands-on Maintenance / Shop Helper to support our technicians and keep the shop clean, safe, and organized. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in learning more about truck and trailer maintenance.

What you’ll do

• Assist technicians with basic truck and trailer maintenance and repairs under supervision.
• Gather tools, parts, and supplies needed for shop work.
• Keep work areas, tools, and equipment clean and organized.
• Help receive, stock, and organize parts and supplies.
• Assist with cleaning vehicles and maintaining the shop and yard.
• Follow safety procedures, wear required protective equipment, and report hazards.
• Complete other shop support duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for

• Dependable attendance, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to follow directions and work well with a team.
• Basic familiarity with hand tools and an interest in mechanical work.
• Ability to perform physical tasks safely, including standing, bending, lifting, and working around shop equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Previous shop, maintenance, or mechanical experience is helpful but not required.

Work environment

This role involves working in a maintenance shop and outdoors, with exposure to noise, grease, dust, and changing weather conditions.