Mechanical Trainee

heidelbergmaterials; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Pension

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a skilled Mechanical Trainee to support electrical system maintenance and reliability across our terminals. You will engage in troubleshooting, preventive and predictive maintenance, and hands-on work to minimize downtime while upholding safety standards.

Based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, this role offers union benefits, a competitive hourly wage of $26.66 and opportunities to grow within a large global materials company.

Qualifications

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the capability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, controls, and equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
• Diagnose electrical issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Install, test, and modify electrical components and systems in support of terminal operations.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and operational procedures while collaborating with terminal personnel.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

Reading schematics

Independent problem solving

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

We are seeking a skilled and safety-focused Mechanical Trainee to support the maintenance and reliability of electrical systems and equipment. This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient operations and minimizing downtime through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, controls, and equipment.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability.
• Diagnose electrical issues and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Install, test, and modify electrical components and systems in support of terminal operations.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and operational procedures while collaborating with terminal personnel.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial electrical systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the capability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and delivering high-quality work in an industrial environment.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

Work Environment

Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

$26.66 per hour.

• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension.
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled