Maintenance Apprentice

Location

Elkhart, IN | United States

Job description

Hydro  Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Job Location:  Elkhart, IN

Summary:  Responsible for performing general maintenance and repairs on facility equipment and property structures.  All work will be completed in compliance with Hydro safety policies, EPA, Hazmat and OSHA safety rules and regulations. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Follows applicable Job Safety Analysis and Work Instructions
• Understands and follows all safety policies
• Able to work set schedule for full 12 hour shift
• Work in both hot and cold conditions
• Maintain proper Personnel Protective Equipment
• Attends training sessions as required

Job Requirements :

• A basic understanding of safety principles
• Ability to recognize risks & hazards
• General understanding of quality standards
• Basic computer application skills
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Employee is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as drill presses and power saws where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach; performing mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as mechanics, technicians, plumbers, painters, etc
• Bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking and repetitive motions
• Environment conditions may include Exposure to electrical hazards, working in cramped quarters, exposure to dust/smoke/fumes, exposure to grease/oil and working with or around moving machinery

Education and Work Requirements :

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-2 years of general maintenance experience is preferred

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Hydro is heading in a new and exciting direction, and we depend on different perspectives to solve our tasks and meet customer needs. Building on our three core values – Care, Courage and Collaboration – we target a high performing and sustainable work environment based on inclusion of our differences.  Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.   

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