Maintenance Mechanic-Distribution Mechanic Maintenance
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Job Location:
East Lansing, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Working/Functional Title
Maintenance Mechanic-Distribution
Position Summary
Salary: $33.64- $38.43 upon meeting progression step requirements.. MSU Benefits - Free comprehensive health care for you and your family as well as a 10% contribution toward your retirement; Generous sick vacation personal and holiday time; Not eligible to work a partial remote schedule Regular in-person attendance is required to meet business and customer needs.
This position will operate pipe cutters pipe threading machine power cut saw cutting torch drill press impact drills backhoe dump truck and hand tools; prepare excavation work site including erecting barricades shoring and other safety related equipment; requisition materials and parts; stock maintain and operate a service vehicle. This position will also interpret blueprints diagrams sketches and job specifications; estimate time and material to be used on the job; stock maintain and may operate a University service vehicle.
Breakdown of job responsibilities are as follows:
35%: Use of heavy equipment (Backhoe forklift dump truck) to assist with all maintenance and repair activities.
35%: Use of directional bore equipment.
20%: Interpret blueprints diagrams sketches and job specifications. Material handling.
10%: Correspondence through email training meetings and professional development.
This position will engage in high performing leading edge practices valuing people partners and stewardship.
Minimum Requirements
Completion of a high school education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
Successful completion of an applicable trade-specific Trades Helper program or completion of an approved apprenticeship program or an associate degree or equivalent education/experience.
Five years experience in the trade that includes; Two years of experience in commercial Outside Distribution installation maintenance and troubleshooting and demonstrated ability to independently perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification or equivalent education/experience.
Must pass an assessment to receive progression step increases at and after the 18-month mark.
Expert knowledge of methods materials tools equipment occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Expert knowledge of applicable building codes rules and regulations (local state and federal).
Possession of a valid vehicle operators license.
Furnish own tools.
Frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds.
Desired Qualifications
Experience operating heavy equipment such as a backhoe and dump truck. Possession of a valid Michigan Class A Commercial Drivers License with applicable endorsements and medical certificate to comply with State of Michigan requirements; Experience in customer contact.
A lifelong learner and problem solver with strong technical skills and communication skills who focuses on innovative solutions aligned with University goals.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
RESUME
Work Hours
NON-STANDARD/VARIABLE WORK HOURS: Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm and may require after-hours weekend and holiday work.
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Summary of Physical Demands
This position performs work requiring the ability to exert 25 pounds or more and is physically intensive.
Summary of Health Risks
Risks that have been identified by Environmental Health and Safety such as exposure to lead chemotherapy formaldehyde asbestos etc. Work in noisy (at or above 85 decibels) areas
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 12/09/2025 at 11:55 PM
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Industrial Maintenance
- Packaging
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Hydraulics
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Manufacturing
- Troubleshooting
