Maintenance Mechanic Trainee

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A Maintenance Trainee in Stevens Point, WI, inspects, repairs, and replaces parts and equipment as necessary to maximize production in an industrialized assembly environment. This role requires the utilization of hand tools, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills to safely and quickly provide maintenance and repair services for the plant and operations as needed.

2nd Shift Hours: 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

OT including Saturdays as needed. Probationary training may be required on 1st shift (6:00 AM to 2:00 PM).

Role Responsibilities:

• Completes basic repairs, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and technical and mechanical service as required to support the site.
• Works directly with all other maintenance personnel and line supervisors as a service provider to operations and the plant.
• Provides combination of emergent, planned and preventative maintenance as well as installation and equipment upgrades.
• Communicate with all staff and hourly employees as required. Escalates concerns appropriately.
• Champions safe work and oversees authorization of Lock Out, Trouble Shooting, and safe work authorization.
• May provide Contractor/Vendor management and safety training or serve as an escort for required contract work.
• Complies with all DOT, HAZMAT, Donaldson Safety and Environmental policies/laws/rules and company codes of conduct and procedures.
• Maintains a pattern of regular and predictable attendance and is able to work non-traditional shifts and weekends if required

While this list is representative of essential job duties, it is not an all-inclusive list of duties required to perform this role. Other duties may be assigned to fulfill Donaldson's mission, vision and strategic plan objectives.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Able to demonstrate high levels of mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and escalation to resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• Interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees while following Donaldson company policies/procedures.
• Good attendance, conduct, and performance records. Successful completion of probation period at beginning of employment.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal),
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks and competing priorities.
• Basic Computer and math proficiency as well as demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Able to work in fast paced Industrialized environment with equipment including motorized vehicles, rotating equipment, manual and power hand tools and production lines.
• Ability to lift/carry 25lbs frequently and 50lbs occasionally. Ability to stand for long periods and to navigate equipment repair with stooping, twisting, bending, and kneeling.
• Utilization of all required Personal Protective Equipment

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

• Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
• Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Keywords: troubleshooting, maintenance, manufacturing, repair

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