Shop Apprentice, Service Maintenance

Mesa Power Solutions; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mesa Natural Gas Solutions LLC in Texas seeks an entry-level Shop Apprentice to assist with light mechanical repair and preventive maintenance on IC engines, natural gas and LP generators. You will work under supervision and have opportunities for advancement to a Shop Technician with proven performance.

Responsibilities include cleaning units, performing basic PM on pressure washers, moving units with a forklift, and supporting shop mechanics.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to pass a WorkSTEPS physical.

Responsibilities

• Wash units, trucks and equipment as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pressure washers.
• Move generator units using a forklift and perform inspections.
• Assist Shop Mechanics with parts, inspections, and tool maintenance.
• Keep the work area clean and organized; work with minimal supervision.
• Perform light mechanical work on IC and natural gas engines and generators.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Willingness to learn

Safety-conscious

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Mesa Natural Gas Solutions LLC is a growth-oriented company, manufacturing and providing superior responsible, reliable, power solutions to industrial markets. We manufacture best-in‑class power systems and deliver industry‑leading service and customer support. We continue to be on the leading edge of generator technology by manufacturing sound attenuated, temperature‑controlled generator sets in the United States to operate in any climate, and utilizing the best telemetry putting real time information in the hands of all customers.

Mesa strives to create an environment where all employees feel they are safe, respected, that their contributions are valued, and have equal access to growth and development opportunities. We offer our employees competitive base pay and a 401k plan; paid time off for vacation, holidays, birth or adoption of a child, and bereavement; Health, Dental, and Vision insurance where all employee and dependent’s health care premiums are 100% paid for; Employee Assistance Programs; Life insurance, Short and Long term disability insurance, and Critical Health and Accident insurance.

Website: www.mesangs.com

Job Description

Under general supervision, the shop apprentice performs a variety of light mechanical repair and preventive maintenance and assists Shop Technicians and Mechanics with corrective maintenance on Internal Combustion (IC) engines, natural gas and liquefied petroleum (LP) generators. This is entry level position with opportunities for advancement to a Shop Technician position upon sustained outstanding job performance. Shop Hands perform routine task and as proficiency increases, may perform more difficult assignments as they prove themselves capable.

Essential Duties

• Wash units, trucks and other equipment to include cleaning units inside and out.
• Perform preventive maintenance on pressure washer.
• Move generator units to and from locations using a forklift.
• Perform forklift daily, weekly, monthly inspections.
• Assist the Shop Mechanics in their daily tasks to include but not limited to removing/installing parts, checking Standard Operating Procedures and assisting in routine inspections.
• Assist other team members in their daily tasks to include but not limited to removing/installing parts, verifying engine specifications, and repair and maintain shop tools/equipment.
• Ensure the work area and shop are clean and tools put away.
• Perform light mechanical work on Internal Combustion engines and Natural gas engines and generators.
• Performs all other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High School or equivalent.

Experience

Preferred

• Relevant experience.
• Honorably discharged service veterans.
• Forklift experience.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Possess a positive and energetic self-starter attitude, with excellent drive, ambition and work ethic.
• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Possess the ability to be a team player.
• Ability and willingness to learn new processes and business functions to facilitate the mission.
• Able to handle frequent interruptions and handle conflict in an effective manner.
• Able to work independently and ensure tasks are completed with little supervision.

Physical Demands

• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking or moving throughout facility
• Talking
• Seeing (Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus)
• Hearing
• Use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel
• Bending or stooping
• Squatting or crouching
• Reaching
• Kneeling
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Frequently required to stand and reach with arms and hands
• Occasionally required to walk and climb or balance
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25lbs

Working Conditions

• General maintenance shop working conditions.
• Outdoors

Equipment & Software

• None

Additional Job Requirements

• Willing to consent to and pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must be able to pass a WorkSTEPS physical.
• Willing to work Monday-Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Number Of Direct Reports

None

Number Of Indirect Reports

None

Mesa Natural Gas Solutions LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V