General Maintenance bei Ohio Gratings, Inc.

An entry-level role focused on developing basic mechanical and electrical skills by performing routine maintenance tasks under close supervision. Responsibilities include cleaning machinery, replacing minor parts, assisting with inspections, and following safety protocols. This position supports the maintenance team by ensuring equipment is safe, clean, and operational.

SUMMARY: This entry-level position introduces foundational mechanical and electrical skills through routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning machinery, replacing minor parts, assisting with inspections, and reporting issues. Working under close supervision and following strict safety and procedural guidelines, individuals develop proficiency with hand tools, PPE, and hazard identification. They support higher-level technicians, learn proper documentation, and build dependable work habits. Although tasks are limited in complexity, this role is essential for keeping equipment clean, inspected, and ready for operation, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the maintenance team.

As a faith-based organization rooted in biblical principles, we strive to reflect these values in our work, relationships, and decision-making. We expect all associates to learn, embrace, and actively model our core values through their actions, choices, and collaboration with others. This commitment is essential to sustaining our culture and achieving shared success.

This job description does not describe all activities, duties, responsibilities, or physical demands that are required of the employee for this job.  Likewise, the work environment described is merely representative. Duties, responsibilities, activities, physical demands, and work environment may change at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform basic, routine maintenance tasks including cleaning machinery and replacing minor parts such as filters and fasteners.
• Perform basic mechanical and electrical repairs under direct supervision to support safe and efficient operations.
• Observe, identify, and promptly report unusual, unsafe, or irregular equipment conditions to senior maintenance staff.
• Follow established maintenance procedures, safety protocols, and strict procedural guidelines consistently.
• Properly use hand tools and personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure a safe work environment.
• Support higher-level technicians by assisting in maintenance activities and learning proper documentation and workplace communication practices.
• Develop foundational mechanical and electrical competencies through hands-on, on-the-job training and observational learning.
• Demonstrate dependability, eagerness to learn, and commitment to safe work habits that contribute to overall team efficiency.
• Meet or exceed established productivity and quality standards that support departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ensuring efficient and accurate job performance.
• Complete accurate ERP transactions for material usage, production reporting, and time tracking to support inventory accuracy and cost control.
• Consistently apply safe work practices in accordance with company policies to promote a zero lost time environment and maintain a safe workplace.

EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, AND PROFICIENCIES:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• 6 months of prior maintenance experience
• Completion of or enrollment in trade school education in a relevant technical field

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will encounter repetitive movement tasks, requiring standing, walking, stooping, bending, reaching, grasping, pushing, and pulling grating material of various sizes and weights for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds, using proper lifting techniques, help from another employee, or other available resources such as lifting or moving equipment. The role also requires the ability to take stairs, work around constantly moving machinery, and exposure to weather elements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will be regularly working on the production floor, requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Exposure to noise, dust, heat, and cold is regular, as is exposure to machine and tool hazards requiring care and attention to safety rules and standards.

EEO STATEMENT: Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected under local, state, or federal laws.