Maintenance Technician

Ameristaff; Bassett (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriStaff is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Virginia to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on plant machinery, including injection molding equipment and lift trucks. You will work under the Maintenance Supervisor or General Plant Manager.

This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 6:45am-3:00pm, with pay starting at $15.00 per hour plus DOE. Applicants should have an Associate degree or two years of related experience and be able to lift up to 100 pounds as needed, following

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret technical instructions or prints
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions
• Ability to speak effectively before management/employees of the company.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and performs preventive maintenance on plant machinery including injection molding equipment and lift trucks.
• Interpret extensive technical instructions or prints in mathematical or diagram form.
• Follow safety rules and maintain good housekeeping in all areas of the plant.

Skills

Maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Machinery repair

Read diagrams

Education

Associate degree

Technical school training

Two years related experience

Job description

AmeriStaff is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for repairs and preventive maintenance of all machinery in the plant. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or General Plant Manager.

• Full time
• Monday-Friday 6:45am-3:00p,
• Pay: $15.00+ DOE

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician:

• Repairs and performs preventive maintenance on injection molding machines, lift trucks, tow motors, delivery trucks and other repairs as reported on work orders and as required or scheduled
• Must be able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions or prints in mathematical or diagram form
• May frequently have to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally must lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Follows all plant and electrical safety rules
• Performs repairs and preventive maintenance in other areas of the plant as required under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Ensures no tools used in repairs are left in or around the area of repair after work is completed
• Promotes team membership and harmonious relationship among all plant personnel
• Performs and practices good housekeeping in all areas where maintenance is performed and all other areas of the plant
• Other duties as required by Maintenance Supervisor or other management

Qualification Requirements for the Maintenance Technician:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or two or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before management/employees of the company.

Since 1985, AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions has been providing staffing support to companies throughout Virginia and North Carolina.

AmeriStaff's first clients were mostly textile and furniture. From our beginnings in seasonal industrial staffing, we have expanded to include: healthcare, nursing, clerical, accounting, technical, direct hire and temp to hire, just to name a few. In addition to servicing a wide variety of clients, we have also provided tens of thousands of job seekers with employment opportunities. AmeriStaff has 8 locations servicing Virginia and North Carolina. Our service areas in Virginia include: South Boston, Halifax County, Mecklenburg, Chase City, Clarksville, Danville, Pittsylvania County, Chatham, Martinsville, Henry County, Rocky Mount, Franklin County, Stuart, Patrick County. In North Carolina, we service: Eden, Reidsville, Rockingham County, Stoneville, Madison, Greensboro, High Point, Yanceyville, Roxboro, Person County, Burlington, Mebane and surrounding areas.