Journeyman Millwright - Niagara Falls, NY

Journeyman Millwright

Pay Rate: $ 38.15

Shift: 1st shift 7am-3:30pm

Overtime is available

For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles. Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment. At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.

If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.

Position Description

As a Journeyman Millwright, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of all plant equipment in one of Goodyear's Chemical manufacturing plants. Goodyear Chemical is a division of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company which manufactures and markets rubber-related chemicals for various applications. You will also promote safety, environmental stewardship and housekeeping throughout the facility.

Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Be Limited To:

• Troubleshoot, repair, install and lubricate industrial mechanical equipment, including safety guards and shields
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, sketches to determine correct work procedures
• Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment including but not limited to inspection, lubrication and alignment
• Rebuild pumps and various mechanical equipment as necessary following standard operating procedures
• Test systems, machines and other equipment; analyze and troubleshoot hydraulic systems
• Use precision maintenance tools and methods such as shaft alignment, belt tensioning, sprocket/pulley alignment, set bearing tolerances and proper fastener torque
• Inspect assemblies and installation for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments required
• Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
• Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicable

Basic Qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment contingencies
• Ability to work any and/or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable
• Basic computer skills
• 2+ years' experience in maintenance (Millwright, Machinist or Hydraulics)

Preferred Qualifications:

• AAS degree in Industrial Maintenance Technology, Millwright a plus
• AWS, ASME or API certified in Stick, 2G, 3G & 4G Welding Position
• Journeyman's card
• Completion of an Apprenticeship Program or other formal technical training, Millwright a plus
• Previous military service experience within a technical specialty

Candidate Criteria:

• Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
• Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done
• Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
• Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful whether working on a team or individual projects
• Ability to think logically and make appropriate decisions in routine and non-routine situations
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems, and make decisions
• Commitment to working safely.