Maintenance Technician Junior

Construction Association of Michigan; Muskegon, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Engineering, LLC seeks a Junior Maintenance Technician to support daily maintenance in our manufacturing facility. Under guidance, you will perform preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and shop upkeep to keep equipment and areas safe and functional.

This role emphasizes hands-on mechanical work, learning, reliability, and teamwork. Training on Lockout/Tagout and safety practices will be provided, with opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable using common hand and power tools safely.
• Dependable, organized, able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Support machine moves and small maintenance projects.
• Perform general facility upkeep and safety-compliant tasks.
• Coordinate access for external vendors and document work performed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Willingness to learn

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Company Overview

Baker Engineering, LLC's (Baker) core business centers around the design and development of high-tech, high-performance technologies for a variety of applications, from custom military and commercial engines, to engine components, to the production of parts and mechanical assemblies for other industries. Baker is a division of Waséyabek Development Company, LLC that is wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, a Federally recognized Indian Tribe.

Role Overview:

The Junior Maintenance Technician supports the day-to-day maintenance needs of the manufacturing operation and facility. Working under the direction of the Lead Maintenance Technician and site leadership, this position performs routine preventive maintenance, minor equipment repairs, basic troubleshooting, facility upkeep, and general handyman-type tasks. The role is intended for someone with good mechanical ability who is willing to learn, take ownership of assigned work, and help keep the shop safe, organized, and operational. Complex CNC repairs and advanced diagnostics will be supported or led by the Lead Maintenance Technician or an outside service provider.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintenance Support: Assist the Lead Maintenance Technician with routine repairs, inspections, planned maintenance, machine moves, and larger maintenance projects.
• Preventive Maintenance: Complete assigned PM checklists and basic service activities such as cleaning, filter changes, lubrication checks, coolant checks, and visual inspections.
• Minor Equipment Repairs: Address basic issues such as leaks, loose guards, damaged hoses, worn hardware, lighting, and other straightforward mechanical or facility-related repairs within the employee's training and ability.
• Facility and Handyman Tasks: Perform general building upkeep including minor plumbing repairs, replacing lights, repairing doors and locks, mounting shelves or signs, painting, patching walls, assembling furniture, and completing other practical facility needs.
• Shop and Grounds Upkeep: Help maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas, storage spaces, utility areas, exterior areas, and common areas.
• Continuous Improvement and 5S: Support workstation improvements, equipment organization, floor-marking projects, safety improvements, and other continuous-improvement activities.
• Maintenance Supplies: Help organize tools, spare parts, filters, lubricants, and maintenance supplies, and communicate when items need to be reordered.
• Vendor Support: Assist outside service providers by coordinating access, locating equipment, communicating known issues, and supporting work performed onsite.
• Documentation and Safety: Record completed work, communicate equipment or facility concerns, follow Lockout/Tagout requirements, and immediately escape work that is unsafe or beyond the position's training.
• Additional Support: Complete other reasonable maintenance, facility, and general support duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Previous maintenance, construction, mechanical, automotive, machine shop, or handyman experience is helpful, but a strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn will be considered.
• Basic Skills: Comfortable using common hand and power tools and performing basic mechanical and facility repairs safely.
• Problem Solving: Able to identify routine issues, complete assigned work, and recognize when a problem should be escalated to the Lead Maintenance Technician.
• Dependability: Reliable, responsive, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision after receiving direction.
• Communication and Safety: Able to communicate concerns clearly, work effectively with others, and follow shop safety, personal protective equipment, and Lockout/Tagout requirements. Training will be provided as appropriate.

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Able to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, work in a manufacturing environment, and lift or move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Eligibility: Must meet applicable ITAR/EAR compliance requirements for work performed in a defense-manufacturing environment.

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with Waséyabek Development Company policy. We are committed to making merit-based hiring decisions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, height or weight, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.