Maintenance Technician - Yankton, SD chez Wilson Trailer

Wilson Trailer has an opening for a full-time Maintenance Technician Position.  This is an excellent career opportunity with a leader in the truck trailer industry. We have an opening on our day shift, hours are currently 6:00 am until 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. We offer an attractive starting wage depending on experience  along with scheduled increases and a full benefit package. 

Prefer 2-4 years of previous industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting.

A Mechanical Aptitude- Good Attendance- Willing to Learn- Enjoy working with others in a busy work place.

Please Apply!

A pre-employment drug test is required.

A background check will be conducted.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type:  Full-time 

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance

Position Summary

This position has overall responsibility for maintenance of plant equipment. Conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance work.

 Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Perform a safety inspection of hoist chains, forklifts, and all tools used to ensure safety.
• Ability to read and understand prints of machines and other items to be able to identify and fix issues that arise.
• Have an understanding of hydraulics and hydraulic schematics.
• Basic electrical knowledge.
• Have a valid drivers license.
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance.
• Will need to work day shift or a split shift for a few months until training is complete.
• Will be required to take a written test on knowledge.
• Must be self motivated, can work independently or in a team.
• Can fabricate parts if need be using a mill, lathe and/or welder.

 Skills and Abilities

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).

Experience: Must be at least eighteen years of age.

Computer Skills: Average; ability to navigate computer systems for various tasks.

Communication: Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate clearly and concisely using the English Language.

      Physical Demands                                                             Lift/Carry                                                 Push/Pull

N (Not Applicable)     Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

I (Infrequently)            Activity is not a daily occurrence.

O (Occasionally)          Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 + hrs/day)

F (Frequently)              Occupation requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5-5.5 + hrs/day)

C (Constantly)             Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 + hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements: Ability to wear Personal Protective equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, hearing protection, hardhat, steel-toe boots, welding mask, protective glove-leather or otherwise)

Projected work classification level is heavy.

This job requires a maximum infrequent lift of 100 lbs.

This job requires a maximum occasional lift of 50 lbs.