Apprentice Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Anticipated wage $21.32 - $24.78/hr.

Schedule: 2nd Shift (PM)

Must be flexible during the first six months of training. After training, the position will transition to second (2nd) shift.

SUMMARY

This is an entry-level maintenance position intended to develop skills for a future maintenance role. The selected candidate will gain these skills through on-the-job training and coursework.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Works closely with the maintenance team, production staff, and other departments to support the maintenance and repair of plant equipment and facilities. Responsibilities include assisting with repairs and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors, utilities, tools, conveyor systems, and production machines. The role also supports basic maintenance of control and electrical systems and participates in ongoing plant maintenance, including hydraulic, plumbing, steam, pneumatic, sheet metal, and welding-related work. The position requires initiative to identify and help resolve issues while contributing effectively to a team-based environment.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• General knowledge of industrial or processing equipment.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, including motors, conveyors, production machinery, and utilities.
• Exposure to hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, steam, and basic electrical systems preferred.
• Awareness of safety rules, operating procedures, and maintenance instructions.
• General computer proficiency.

ABILITY TO

• Perform basic maintenance and repair tasks on plant equipment and facilities.
• Learn and develop maintenance skills through on-the-job training and required coursework.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating manuals, maintenance instructions, and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including completing routine reports.
• Perform basic math functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and calculations involving rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Solve practical problems and follow written, verbal, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
• Take initiative in identifying issues and work collaboratively with maintenance, production, and other teams.
• Perform physical job duties including standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Work safely in environments with moving machinery, loud noise, wet or humid conditions, electrical exposure, and varying temperatures.
• Other job duties may be assigned as needed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and six months to one-year position-related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Entry-level maintenance or mechanical experience preferred but not required.

• Willingness to learn and participate in on-the-job training and coursework to support skill development and future advancement.

Full Benefit details for this position can be found on our website: https://www.treetop.com/careers/benefits/

The above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. A full job description is available at the time of interview.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this job with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depend, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the department/division to accommodate the limitation. Tree Top does not employ individuals under the age of 18.

Tree Top is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. If you require an accommodation to participate in our application process, please contact Human Resources at: hr@treetop.com or 509-697-7251.