Facilities Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice (1st Shift)

Facilities Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship program is a 2-year program that incorporates at minimum 288 hours of classroom instruction and 4000 hours of on-the-job training under the guidance of a mentor. Role will perform work involving two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep mechanical equipment building systems grounds and the structure of the establishment in good repair.

• Classes would start in August 2026.

Monday - Friday 6:30AM to 2:30PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools such as hammers hoists saws drills and wrenches to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly building systems operate efficiently or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
• Inspect operate or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them checking blueprints repair manuals or parts catalogs as necessary
• Assemble install or repair wiring electrical or electronic components pipe systems plumbing machinery or equipment
• Inspect drives motors and belts check fluid levels replace filters or perform other maintenance actions following checklists
• Clean or lubricate shafts bearings gears or other parts of machinery
• Help to keep stock items in inventory.
• Maintain all records of repairs made to equipment.
• Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments using hand tools levels plumb bobs or straightedges
• Acquire and maintain certification to operate forklifts and aerial lifts.
• Provide the customer with the best value including Cost Quality and Delivery.
• Participate in improving our product processes equipment and methods.
• Repair or replace defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools and reassemble equipment
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Make out purchase requisitions for repair parts and replacement stock items.
• Performs all reasonably related duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodation will be made at the beginning of the apprenticeship to provide tools for the employee to use/borrow during their on-the-job training.
  • However the employee will be required to purchase and maintain their own tools required of this position by then end of the program.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to attend classes offsite
• Internal candidates eligibility:
  • Performance rating of Meets Requirements or better
  • Has not been suspended within the last 60 days preceding the date of the application or during the recruitment process
  • Meet time-in-position requirement. Please look up job description in PolicyTech for specific details on your job title if requirement is unknown.
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Requirements of the Apprenticeship:

• Apprentice must register with the DOL through West Michigan Works!
• Apprentice must register with GRCC or another colleges Apprentice/Work-Study Program
• Apprentices must be enrolled in at least one class a semester to remain active in the apprenticeship.
• Apprentice must complete all required coursework within the 2-Year Maintenance Apprenticeship Program.
• Apprentices must pass each class with a minimum grade of C to stay in the apprenticeship program. a. If a C grade is not achieved the class must be retaken at the cost of the employee
• Apprentices must keep record of all tasks worked to meet the on-the-job training requirements
• All regular conditions of employment policies and procedures apply to the apprentice.
• Apprentices will work with their supervisor to balance school and on the job time.
• Apprentices will be paid for their time on-the-job at Plascore in addition to time spent in the classroom (NTE 40 hours/week). A copy of the employees class schedule and teachers information will be provided to the Facilities Manager.
• Payment of Classes (in order of disbursement)
  • Apprentice shall work with financial aid for any scholarships or tuition credits
  • State Funded Grant Dollars will cover $1000/year
  • Plascores Educational Assistance Program will cover up to $5000 per year
  • Anything beyond that will be the responsibility of the employee
  • ** As of 2024 rates total cost of all courses are** (other fees may apply)
    • Kent County residents is $2640
    • Other Counties is $5566

Additional Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core composite structures and cleanrooms. Plascores lightweight industrial strength honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

Plascore Benefits:

Bonus Programs

• $1200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact the Talent Acquisition team at

Plascore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin age genetic information veteran status disability or other legally protected characteristic.

Other Perks

White-Caps baseball ticket raffles Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club Stellantis Bedslide Enterprise rentals RX Optical Clean work environment Smooth pace of work Family owned and operated. Security of work for an established growing company that serves a diverse customer base. Bi-Weekly Pay

Company Events

Annual company picnic Annual golf outing Annual holiday party

Childcare

Flex Spending Account for childcare Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)

Educational Support

Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development

401(K) & Roth 401(K)

50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

Paid Time Off

Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion) 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service Paid Holidays Parental Leave

Health Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical Dental Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts

• Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.

New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one! Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services