Maintenance Technician Helper

Maintenance Technician Helper

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Blue Rhino, a Ferrellgas company, is looking for a Maintenance Technician Helper to join our Production team. The Maintenance Technician Helper supports the safe and reliable operation of our production facility by assisting with a variety of maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance activities.

This is a hands-on and dynamic role where priorities may shift based on operational needs. Working alongside experienced maintenance technicians and plant leadership, the Maintenance Technician Helper assists with maintaining production equipment, machinery, facility systems, and other operational assets while developing technical maintenance skills and knowledge.

Schedule: 7:00am - 5:30pm

Pay: $20.00 hourly

At Blue Rhino, we're committed to supporting our team with benefits that promote health, financial security, and personal growth:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
• Income Protection: Company-provided short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Time Off & Family Support: Paid Time Off (PTO), parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
• Wellness & Assistance Programs: Wellness program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Medicare support
• Employee Perks: Referral program, employee discount programs, and propane savings

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily inspections of production equipment, machinery, and facility systems.
• Supports preventive and routine maintenance activities and completes required maintenance documentation as directed.
• Monitors equipment for unusual sounds, conditions, or performance that may indicate a malfunction.
• Assists with troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and operational equipment issues.
• Helps dismantle defective equipment and install, replace, or repair components and parts.
• Assists with equipment installations, modifications, repairs, and facility maintenance projects.
• Supports the maintenance and organization of spare parts, tools, and maintenance supplies.
• Assists with required equipment testing, inspections, and documentation.
• Provides technical and operational support to production employees as directed.
• Responds to changing maintenance needs throughout the facility and assists with operational issues as they arise.
• Partners with maintenance technicians, plant leadership, and production teams to identify and correct equipment deficiencies.
• Identifies and communicates opportunities for equipment, process, safety, and reliability improvements.
• Supports long-term equipment upgrades, repairs, and preventive maintenance initiatives.
• Follows all company safety policies and procedures, including applicable OSHA standards and Process Safety Management requirements.
• Maintains an organized work environment and a clear sense of priority in support of safe and efficient plant operations.
• Performs additional maintenance and operational support duties as assigned based on the needs of the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical training / technical degree a plus.
• 1+ years maintenance / mechanical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated track record of being a reliable and dependable worker
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States
• Applicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

At Blue Rhino we're honored to be part of tight-knit communities across America and thousands of customers' lives. From our nationwide charitable partnerships with Operation Warm and Operation BBQ Relief to fundraisers for local schools, fire departments, veteran organizations and more, we are always looking for ways to give back to the communities we live in and serve.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and be part of our growing team!