Weekend Mechanical Technician (On-Site, 12-Hour Shifts)

Howmet Aerospace; Whitehall Township (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Technician for the Weekend Crew at Plant 3 in Whitehall, MI. The role will start with a weekday training schedule before transitioning to three 12-hour weekend shifts, based at Whitehall Casting.

Responsibilities include assisting facility engineers with capital projects, installing or moving equipment, procuring parts, updating schematics, and providing maintenance support to the team. A strong mechanical background and proactive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Five (5) years of hands-on mechanical/maintenance experience.
• Associates degree or completion of a registered apprenticeship program preferred.
• Experience in maintenance, construction, HVAC, equipment installation, fabrication and welding, hydraulics and pneumatics, or plumbing and piping systems.
• Good mechanical aptitude and blueprint reading capabilities.
• Able to work in a self-directed or team environment; strong organizational skills and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist Facility Engineers with completion of capital projects
• Install, move, or modify plant equipment
• Procurement of repair parts, spare parts, or raw materials as needed
• Update or create new schematics and drawings
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance staff for repairs and modifications
• Create and implement preventative maintenance and repair procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or completion of a registered apprenticeship program

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Technician for the Weekend Crew at Plant 3 in Whitehall, MI. The role will start with a weekday training schedule before transitioning to three 12-hour weekend shifts, based at Whitehall Casting.

Responsibilities include assisting facility engineers with capital projects, installing or moving equipment, procuring parts, updating schematics, and providing maintenance support to the team. A strong mechanical background and proactive attitude are essential.