Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship-Conway, AR

Job Description

Job Description

Apprenticely is helping Virco hire a Maintenance Technician Apprentice in Conway, AR. 

About the Employer:

As America’s leading manufacturer and supplier of furniture and equipment for K-12 schools, Virco employs approximately 700 people nationwide. Our 560,000 square-foot Torrance, California headquarters features a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, as does our Conway, Arkansas location, which has approximately 1,750,000 square feet of operational space. Large distribution centers in Torrance and Conway facilitate the quick, efficient shipment of Virco products.

This position will work alongside qualified maintenance technical support personnel to become

familiar with the various equipment and processes in an industrial maintenance environment.

Will assist technicians to safely and efficiently troubleshoot, diagnose, repair & maintain a

variety of manufacturing equipment and machinery across our facilities.

Essential Functions:

• With guidance, visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment. Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction.

• Assists other technicians with the diagnosis and repair of machinery.

• Assists technicians with dismantling malfunctioning machines and equipment, learns to specify and request parts as needed (following standards established by the organization), and installs new or repaired parts.

• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.

• Learns how to research and create spare parts lists, perform preventative maintenance, and generate tool lists for equipment and machinery.

• Reports breakdown of equipment and machinery, areas of concern, and areas of improvement in a timely manner to the immediate supervisor and manufacturing supervisor and/or lead person.

• Cleans and lubricates bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.

• Performs additional job functions as may be defined by the Manufacturing Technical Support Manager or Supervisor.

• Uses a 2-way radio, tape measure, calipers, hammer, and other hand tools.

• Works overtime as assigned.

Apprenticeship Functions:

• Successfully complete each phase of the apprenticeship program.

• Demonstrate competency in required skills before advancing to the next level.

• Meet attendance, performance, and training requirements established by the program.

• Accept increasing responsibility and complexity of assignments as skills develop.

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers.

• Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Able to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Willing and able to operate a forklift, boom lift, scissor lift, pallet jack and other related equipment while following all safety procedures.

• Must have knowledge using various hand tools.

• Must be able to speak English.

• Must be able to work at heights exceeding 30 feet with the aid of man lifts.

• Must pass Virco driver’s background check and forklift driving test.

• Demonstrates a high energy level, strong work ethic and a positive approach to problem solving.

• Able to read and comprehend maintenance literature.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic experience with heavy manufacturing processes and the associated maintenance and repair procedures.

• Basic experience with hydraulic and pneumatic processes and principles.

Physical Requirements:

Able to lift up to 50 pounds from knee to waist level. Occasionally pushes and/or pulls up to 50

pounds using some type of moving equipment. Frequently bends and stoops. Frequently walks

throughout the 8 to 10 hours of the shift. Must be able to withstand 8 to 10 hours standing on

a concrete surface. Occasionally climbs up the ladder. Will occasionally be exposed to

chemicals, dust, heat, cold, gas, and/or fumes. Must be able to adjust to normal plant

environmental conditions (above moderate heat and cold) and to adapt quickly to physical

applications requiring varying motor skills.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work

performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be

interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications

required of employees assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions.

What's an Apprenticeship? An apprenticeship is a full time position with a focus on learning! During your first year of employment, you are guaranteed formal training, a mentor, and a pay raise! Employers who have committed to the apprenticeship model for hiring are committing to building you and your career. You're encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn't precisely match the job description. Apprenticeship positions welcome diverse applicants who are looking to grow their career in IT!

How does the interview process work? We want to get to know you! Apprenticely will conduct an initial phone interview and knowledge assessment. If your skills and interest match with the employer's needs, we'll share your resume or ask you to apply directly with them. After that, the employers will continue with their recruiting and interview process. If you are a match, an offer will be made for you to get started in your new apprenticeship role! We'll be here to make sure your apprenticeship year goes smoothly and that you are set up for career growth and success!

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