The Maintenance Apprentice position is part of the Maintenance Apprenticeship Program (MAP), which is designed to develop Maintenance Technicians for Niagara Bottling's Maintenance department. A Maintenance Apprentice will learn the skills necessary to act as a Maintenance Technician through a combination of formal classroom training and on-the-job training. Participants will specifically learn how to perform preventative maintenance, rebuild industrial machinery and troubleshooting techniques on all manufacturing equipment. Essential Functions The MAP participant will complete the below learning objectives of the training program:
Shadow and learn from Operators, Preventative Maintenance Mechanics, Maintenance Technicians, and Sr. Maintenance Technicians Perform scheduled PM's on machinery as needed Assist with maintenance projects & machine rebuilds Assist with downed equipment repair during the production shift as needed Research and documentation using a computer Work safely & follow the written procedures to do so Follow & respect company rules, staff and their peers Be at work on time based on their assigned schedule Attend OEM trainings and apply learnings upon returning to the plant (at plant's discretion). Perform on-demand maintenance and repair of equipment in the manufacturing facility Complete daily responsibilities assigned by the assigned direct supervisor. Explain and demonstrate accomplishment of the learning objectives for each learning activity in both theory and practice. Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 2 Years– Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment. *experience may include a combination of work experience and/or Vocational Technician education*
Preferred Qualifications: 4 Years – Experience in Maintenance or similar manufacturing environment *experience may include a combination of work experience and/or Vocational Technician education*
Ability to understand and do math, geometry and measuring using a ruler and caliper Mechanical aptitude. Attention to detail and organized. Ability to read blueprints & schematics. Able to stand, sit, squat or reach up to 12 hours per day as required by the specific job. Great attendance, be willing to work as a team, and take pride in their performance. Comfortable with computer keyboard & basic computer skills. Competencies This position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:
Lead Like an Owner Makes safety the number one priority
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
InnovACT Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Find a Way Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Empowered to be Great Consistently looks for ways to improve one's self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
Communicates effectively to manage expectations
Education Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Associate's Degree in a maintenance related field
Certification/License: Required: Vocational Technical School Certificate in a maintenance-related field Preferred: N/A Salary info: $25.94 - $25.94 / hr
