Maintenance Technician (Hammond)

Maintenance Technician

Job ID 2035

Hammond, Indiana

The Maintenance position performs repair and preventative maintenance tasks on operational equipment, building, and grounds.

A. M. Castle & Co. has over 135 years of experience as a leader in the metals service center industry. We provide exceptional benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401K match, disability benefits and tuition reimbursement.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6am - 4pm

Compensation: $21 during the 90-day probationary period, $33.40/hr after probationary period.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Essential Primary Responsibilities:

• Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment, such as motors, pumps, conveyors, belts, fans, air conditioners, etc.
• Examines mechanical equipment to diagnose issue.
• Disassembles machines and repairs or replaces broken parts.
• Adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary.
• Cleans and lubricates parts.
• Coordinates and/or assists in outside repair services.
• Orders replacement parts.
• Inspects complete repairs.
• Maintains records of repair and maintenance.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Responsible for special projects as assigned.
• Maintains records of repair and maintenance.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Responsible for special projects as assigned.
• Reads and follows manuals, blueprints, and other written instructions.
• Keeps a maintenance log and writes shift reports.
• Notifying management when parts orders are needed for repairs
• Clean, oil, and test equipment on a regular schedule to stop failures.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Utilize and operate hand tools, power tools, and other equipment to complete assignments/maintenance. Maintain tools and equipment in a clean, safe, and usable manner.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

• Stooping, standing, and manual dexterity
• Light lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
• Heavy lifting (frequent 25 lbs+)
• Assigned safety equipment must be worn at all times (hard hat, safety shoes with metatarsal, safety glasses with side shields, gloves, arm guards)
• Frequent exposure to mechanical moving parts

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Experience: Type, Skills, and Years:

• Two years of warehouse experience
• Knowledge of all warehouse equipment and commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a warehouse environment
• Basic measurement competency
• Basic math competency
• Strong work ethic

Required Specialized Certifications:

• Capable of being certified in assigned equipment (forklift, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, etc.)

Required Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• One-year of maintenance experience
• PC literacy
• Certified in assigned equipment (forklift, Raymond side-loader, overhead crane, etc.)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Company Overview: Founded in 1890, A. M. Castle & Co. is a global distributor of specialty metal and plastic products and supply chain services, principally serving the producer durable equipment, oil and gas, commercial aircraft, heavy equipment, industrial goods, construction equipment, retail, marine and automotive sectors of the global economy. Its customer base includes many Fortune 500 companies as well as thousands of medium and smaller-sized firms spread across a variety of industries. Within its metals business, it specializes in the distribution of alloy and stainless steels; nickel alloys; aluminum and carbon. Together, Castle operates service centers located throughout North America, Europe and Asia.