Maintenance Mechanic

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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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