Maintenance Apprentice

The Maintenance/Facility Apprentice is responsible for learning and assisting in the installation, maintenance, and repair in support of the facility and production equipment. In this role, the technician will assist with a variety of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and controls. Logical-thinking and troubleshooting skills are critical. This position is critical to the safe and efficient operation of the facility.

Position Responsibilities

• Apprentice position will be trained and responsible for the upkeep of facility needs and assigned construction, maintenance and production projects.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of different building assets, equipment, and machinery to ensure smooth operations to reduce unplanned equipment failures.
• Keep work areas organized, clean and safe for self, employees, and public.
• Operate necessary equipment: motor vehicles, hand drills, hand tools.
• Establish/maintain vehicle/equipment inspection list and records to ensure optimal performance.

Position Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• Should be able to calculate and read measurements
• Understand the importance of attention to quality and detail in high maintenance setting
• Able to train in basic carpentry, construction practices, standard maintenance, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and concrete practices
• Must be able to communicate professionally and maintain amicable relationships with co-workers, volunteers and visitors
• Must be able to work in high places & in tight areas while maintaining safe practices
• Ensure the complete physical safety of oneself and one’s co-workers without exception
• Show up on time, reliably completing tasks by the deadline, and adapting to changes in deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills.
• Works well with others to meet team goals and adjusting to important changes
• Frequent movement, to include walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing, etc.
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Cold/hot environments for extended periods
• Basic computer skills

Ideal Candidates Will Also Have

• Sufficient formal or informal training to perform the duties of this position
• Any combination of general maintenance, building maintenance, equipment maintenance, automotive maintenance, construction, plumbing, electrical
• Experience in LOTO, Confined Space, OSHA Awareness, Technical School

Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment.

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