Mechanical Assistant - 1st & 2nd Shift

Marine Travelift, Inc.; Sturgeon Bay (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401K plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Paid Paternity Leave

Job training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of marine equipment is seeking Mechanical Assistants in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. This full-time hourly role involves assisting Mechanical Assemblers with machine builds and performing entry level assembly tasks. Candidates must possess basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Enjoy a second shift schedule with competitive benefits including health insurance and a 401K plan. Training and advancement opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical knowledge and/or being mechanically inclined.
• Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions in English.
• Capability to read blueprints.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Complete entry level assembly work and prepare parts for machine builds.
• Assist with installation of engines and hydraulic lines.
• Train with mechanical assemblers to enhance skills.
• Utilize cranes to move materials.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Blueprint reading

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

Job description

Marine Travelift is excited to add Mechanical Assistants to our team. This hourly, full-time position assists Mechanical Assemblers with machine builds.

Responsibilities

• Complete entry level assembly work and prepare parts, wires, hoses, and hydraulics to be added to the build equipment utilizing power equipment and wrenching techniques
• Produce boat hoist and lift components by assisting with subassemblies to produce one, large product.
• Assist with engines and compartments installation that includes pumps, tires, conduit and hydraulic lines.
• Train with mechanical assemblers to increase mechanical, electrical and hydraulic skills as it relates to machine builds and grow into an assembler position.
• Lift and stack completed subassemblies and parts
• Use overhead and jib cranes as needed to move steel beams and columns
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned

Qualifications

• Have basic mechanical knowledge and/or be mechanically inclined
• Be able to follow verbal and written work instructions in English
• Be able to read blueprints
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

2 nd shift works Monday-Thursday; 2:30PM-1:00AM (3-day weekend); Enjoy 2nd shift differential pay!

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans available the first of the month following date of hire
• Eligibility to join our 401K benefit plan with company match after 30 days of employment
• Participation in the company’s semi-annual discretionary incentive plan
• Paid vacation and holidays available at hire
• Health Saving Account (HSA) plan with employer contribution
• Paid Paternity Leave
• Job training and advancement opportunities
• Great people to work and train with!
• Overtime opportunities

Marine Travelift is an EOE/AA (M/F/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation) employer.