Maintenance Tech 1

UFP Industries; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Morristown, TN seeks a Maintenance Mechanic I to perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools and to assist other department members with repairs.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, repairs for woodworking machinery and forklifts, ordering parts, and maintaining maintenance records, while upholding safety and regulatory guidelines. The role emphasizes accuracy in reporting and a clean, safe work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in machine repair/maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and control technology; welding experience helpful.
• Knowledge of safe equipment practices and applicable laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of hazardous waste and hazardous material handling procedures.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Assist in repair of woodworking machinery, infeed/outfeed systems, hand tools, and forklifts.
• Order supplies and parts as required.
• Maintain records of repair and maintenance activities.
• Follow safety rules and keep work area clean and organized.
• Participate in safety and other program meetings.
• Prepare various reports as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety practices

Record keeping

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Control technology

Welding

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.

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.