Maintenance - Apprentice

Job Duties

• Assist experienced maintenance technicians with preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, installation, and repairs of production equipment and facility systems.
• Learn to perform preventative maintenance in accordance with established schedules, procedures, and equipment manuals.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, technical documents, and maintenance instructions.
• Develop proficiency in the safe use of hand tools, power tools, electrical meters, and material-handling equipment.
• Assist with identifying equipment malfunctions, defective materials, and unusual operating conditions and promptly report concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Follow established safety procedures, including applicable lockout/tagout requirements, and perform work only when properly trained and authorized.
• Assist with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other maintenance activities within the scope of training and authorization.
• Participate in building and facility maintenance projects, including repairs, renovations, installations, and updates to existing systems.
• Assist with minor construction, painting, finish carpentry, and other general facility maintenance activities as assigned.
• Learn to inspect facility areas for housekeeping, equipment condition, and potential safety concerns.
• Complete required maintenance records, work orders, inspection forms, and other departmental documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow departmental procedures for preventative maintenance, maintenance requests, scheduled work, and continuous improvement.
• Use computers, email, and applicable maintenance systems to document work and access technical information.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and improve maintenance practices as knowledge and experience develop.
• Participate in required apprenticeship instruction, practical training, and skills assessments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in industrial maintenance or a skilled trade.
• Willingness and ability to learn mechanical, electrical, and general maintenance skills through on-the-job training and technical instruction.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and analytical thinking.
• Dependable, flexible, accountable, and able to work independently on assigned tasks or collaboratively as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use email and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to recognize and report unsafe conditions, equipment issues, and potential maintenance concerns.
• Ability to perform basic repairs as skills and training permit.
• Valid driver's license, if required for facility duties or travel between company locations.
• Willingness to related classes at a local college of Ventra’s choosing

Work Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, if this is an essential job function.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors.
• Exposure to industrial machinery, maintenance equipment, construction areas, noise, and other manufacturing-related conditions.
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety footwear, and other equipment as required by the task and facility.
• Ability to perform physical tasks associated with maintenance work, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.