Maintenance Technician I (Apprentice)-Day Shift - #1688835

Vericast is a premier marketing solutions company that accelerates profitable revenue growth for the thousands of businesses it serves directly by influencing consumer purchasing and transaction behavior at scale while engaging with over 120 million households daily.  We are recognized as leading providers of incentives, advertising, marketing services, transaction solutions, customer data and cross-channel campaign management, and intelligent media delivery that create millions of customer touch points annually for their clients.  For more information, visit http://www.vericast.com or follow Vericast on LinkedIn.

Maintenance Technician I (Apprentice) -Day Shift

Shift Hours: 6:00AM – 4:30PM

Weekend shifts are required for shutdown maintenance.

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 - $21.00 DOE

Provide maintenance support and repairs to production machinery and facility for a 24 hr. / 7-day manufacturing operation. Additionally, performs the duties of Facilities Support as required.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production Support: Respond in a timely manner to all maintenance requests on the production floor. Train production technicians in the proper set-up and copy troubleshooting techniques. Provide training and assistance to production technicians as needed to help maximize production output and minimize downtime through the utilization of proper production techniques and handling practices. 30%
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Effectively diagnose mechanical and basic electrical problems in assigned area (facility, machinery, equipment, etc.) Make timely and accurate repairs, as necessary, during production Utilize illustrated parts breakdown manuals and operational manuals in the repair, modification, and maintenance of equipment. 30%
• Preventative Maintenance: Inspect machinery for potential problems on a daily basis. Documents problems and schedules work/repairs as appropriate. Respond to all assigned maintenance work orders in a timely manner. Responsible for performing preventive maintenance (PM) activities in accordance with the preventive maintenance plan. These activities will be recorded using proper PM sheets. 30%
• Housekeeping/Other: Perform housekeeping duties required of maintenance staff including work area clean-up, machine, and equipment clean-up, sweeping up after clean-up and various other general housekeeping duties as assigned. 5%
• Administrative: Perform inventory control of parts and equipment used from inventory. Inform Supervisor of parts and equipment used from inventory. Record maintenance activities using the proper computer application or paperwork. Other duties as assigned. 5%

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• 1 Year related mechanical experience

Additional Certification

• Powered Industrial Truck Certification

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to organize work, people, and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine reports.
• Ability to retain knowledge of procedures and processes and understand complex instructions and multi-step procedures.
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively utilizing the English language preferred.
• Ability to work a schedule with call-in and overtime duties
• Ability to work independently on nights and weekend shifts.
• Able to diagnose equipment faults and malfunctions.
• Able to read and understand schematics/blueprints.
• Intermediate written and verbal communications skills.
• Must demonstrate good time management skills. Plans and organizes daily work flow.
• Proficient in performing production equipment preventive maintenance.
• Service-oriented personality.
• Willingness to attend training classes to learn or enhance skills.

Equipment/Software Utilized

• Basic Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook, and internet software.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to carry up to 40lbs, push and pull up to 40lbs, twist, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, climb and grip/grasp throughout the shift. Employees are also required to lift up to 40lbs, squat, and kneel occasionally. Lastly, employees are required to have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne dust, paper particles, and industrial lift trucks. All work environments that exceed OSHA's standard on noise levels require employees to wear the hearing protection that is provided.
• Disclaimer: Weight requirements may vary by location. Please contact HR Business Partner for further details.

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 DOE 

The ultimate compensation offered for the position will depend upon several factors such as skill level, cost of living, experience, and responsibilities.

Vericast offers a generous total rewards benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K and flexible PTO. A wide variety of additional benefits like life insurance, employee assistance and pet insurance are also available, not to mention smart and friendly coworkers!

At Vericast, we don’t just accept differences - we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Vericast considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classifications protected by law. Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. EEO is the law. To review your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity please visit: www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

#LI-LC1