General Maintenance I
- 2nd or 3rd Shift New York Air Brake
- 3.8 West Chicago, IL Job Details $29.44
- $31.
00 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Loan assistance Paid sick time Qualifications Forklift Certification Carpentry Microsoft Word OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Computer operation Electrical equipment repair Microsoft Excel Maintaining an organized workspace Grinding machine operation Electro-mechanical components Tool & die Computer literacy Equipment installation Routine inspections Forklift Groundskeeping Industrial equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Programmable logic controllers Electrical motors Plumbing Driving Climbing Pneumatic systems Electrical maintenance Milling machines Manufacturing Clean workspace maintenance Manual machining Hydraulics Gas metal arc welding Roofing Communication skills Facilities maintenance Entry level Full Job Description
LOCATION
West Chicago / Illinois (US-IL), United States |
BRAND:
New York Air Brake |
REQUISITION ID
10268 |
JOB GRADE
12 |
ON-SITE/REMOTE
On-site Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse
- the world's leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles-New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems.
From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join us in our next steps.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Sun
- Thur 10 PM
- 6 AM OR Monday
- Friday 2:00 PM
- 10 PM Summary/Objective Responsible for performing various repairs and preventive maintenance tasks to keep plant, equipment & building (including roof) in good working order and the property clean.
Responsible for assisting in equipment installation and modification. General maintenance is responsible for keeping equipment, tools, and work area clean, organized, and safe while completing an assignment. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Safe operation of any tools and machines being worked on. Responsible for doing repairs and/or preventive maintenance promptly and efficiently. Shovel snow and salt sidewalks when required and keep all walkways as clean & ice-free as possible. Tool and die fabrication, including the use of surface grinders, lathes, and milling machines. Responsible for repairing electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulics, pumps, controllers, motors, and any other equipment when needed. Responsible for replacing light bulbs, electrical outlets, and conduits when necessary. Responsible for inspecting equipment and buildings internally and externally and doing preventive maintenance and/or repairs on all equipment and buildings that inspection shows are needed. Responsible for prioritizing and addressing maintenance request calls for production processes or equipment first and must be able to understand the urgency of production and complete the maintenance work as soon as possible. Need to follow Lockout/Tagout procedure while working on equipment with no exceptions. Perform preventive maintenance as scheduled on equipment or machines. Notify the department supervisor of any anticipated issues. In the absence of General Maintenance/Leadman, regarding issues of safety, quality, or status of a repair and/or preventive maintenance, instructions will be provided by Operations Manager. In the absence of all General Maintenance/Leadman and also Operations Managers, instructions shall be provided by Shift Supervisor. Assist as needed to provide high-quality brake shoes to meet the needs and expectations of our customers. Qualification Requirements High School Diploma or Equivalent. Minimum five years of repair work Basic knowledge of Mechanics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics & Electrical, etc. Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and facilities. Knowledge of safety and OSHA requirements. Have effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to deal fairly and effectively with all associates. Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and programmable logic controllers (PLC). Ability to drive forklift, operates machines & work with tools. Additional Requirements Must be available for shift work and may be required to work overtime before or after a regularly scheduled shift or on weekends. Required skills include welding (mig, GMAW, oxygen/acetylene), carpentry, plumbing, and forklift operation. Achieved 80% on written test for OSHA Forklift Drivers. Achieved 80% on maintenance obstacle course Forklift driving test. Physical Requirements Wear proper PPE while working, such as Metatarsal Safety Shoes, Protective Glasses, w/side Shields, Ear Plugs, etc., and any other PPE Must be able to tolerate conditions of elevated temperature, dust, and draft. Ability to walk, climb, bend from the waist, and kneel for an extended time. Ability to lift up to 50 Lbs. regularly and up to 100 Lbs. periodically (with assistance). Advancement Required to pass written test achieving 80% minimum per Advancement Program for employees aspiring to become General Maintenance. Three on-the-job knowledge application tests consist of troubleshooting and repairing plant equipment. In addition, one on-the-job project test, consisting of modifying or installing actual plant equipment as specified in the Advancement Program for employees aspiring to become General Maintenance. The General Maintenance Leadman will supervise and evaluate all four tests concerning any findings and whether the General Maintenance has passed. The anticipated wage for candidates who will work in West Chicago, IL is $29.44 to $31.00 per hour. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Knorr Brake Company is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive 40 hours of vacation leave. Employees will also enjoy 11 paid holidays subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Please note:
At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.
WHAT WE OFFER
From Engineering to Test Laboratory; Manufacturing & Skilled Machine Operation to Sales and Marketing; Field Service to Customer Service; Quality to HR to Finance to Software Development, our team-based approach is built on inclusion, opportunity, development, social responsibility and rewards. You are afforded the chance to grow personally and professionally through challenging assignments, commitment to continuing education, exposure to a variety of projects, and international travel. Our benefits are cutting edge as we offer student loan repayment assistance, lucrative 401k program, company assisted stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, wellness program, onsite workout facilities & classes along with competitive salary and incentive compensation, generous paid time off programs and a full array of medical, dental and vision options. We've got the right stuff, do you? Let's find out together.
ARE YOU INTERESTED?
Then join us! We look forward to receiving your online application! New York Air Brake LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
