Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianThe Bandag plant in Abilene has been in operation for over 50 years, producing tread rubber and retreading materials for Bandag dealers. Bandag is a critical piece of Bridgestone dedicated to the research, development, and manufacturing of premium retread tires. Bridgestone seeks energetic and motivated Maintenance Technicians to join our manufacturing team in Abilene, TX.Pay:Starting pay is $33.88/hour.Opportunities to earn up to $40.43/hour through successful training and certification requirements.Shift Premiums available.Long-Term Bonus Program.Paid Weekly.Other Pay and Benefits:Competitive Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage at 1st day of employment.401 (k) plan with Company contribution.PTO (Paid Time Off).11 Paid Holidays.Teammate Referral Bonus- Once you are employed, refer a new teammate, and you could receive up to $750 for each referral.Basic/Supplemental Life Insurance coverage & Flexible and Health Spending Account options.Free counseling and consultation services & wellbeing resources.Pet Insurance offered through MetLife.Fertility and Family Building through our partnership with Kindbody.Responsibilities:A focus on Safety First, Always!Ability to troubleshoot equipment.Responsible for processing work orders, data collection, and statistical analysis.Perform mechanical or technical training as needed to areas within the plant that are identified as developmental opportunities.Responsible for all aspects of preventative maintenance, including diagnostics, reporting, and repairs.Work alignment with and support Bandag Mission, Core Values, Quality Statements, and Plant Mission Statement.Employee Type:Regular: Full TimeQualifications:Must possess a High School diploma/GED, or equivalent (completed and verified prior to start).Preferred Skills and Experience:Preferred 2 years of employment stability. Preferred 1 -2 year vocational training/associate degreePhysical Requirements:Lifting requirements may be up to 130 lbs. on an occasional basis. Lifting requirements range from a height of 3-5 feet. Medium physical effort is required to maneuver throughout departments that include climbing stairs; in addition, a considerable amount of standing is necessaryAt Bridgestone, you are Free to BeWe believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.What we offer:A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.Corporate Social Responsibility activities.A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.A diverse and inclusive team.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Employment EligibilityIf hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.