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Advanced Maintenance Technician Apprentice
Join Weiss-Aug – A leader in precision manufacturing and innovation. Be part of a company that's shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter.
Weiss-Aug is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.
Why Join Us?
At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions for the medical, aerospace & defense, automotive, interconnect, telecommunications and consumer goods industries, we take pride in cultivating a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.
We're currently seeking a passionate Advanced Maintenance Technician Apprentice to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide.
Responsibilities
Build, install, and test mechanical and electrical systems used in automated industrial processes
Ensure automated systems are working using technical diagnostic and measuring devices
Perform preventative maintenance equipment
Maintain and repair equipment and facility
Work toward DOL Journeyman status
Duties
Learn about electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic processes & apply to daily work tasks
Learn about motors, robots and automation control systems
Learn PLC programming
Learn how to maintain metal working machines and assembly cells
Work with experienced Advanced Maintenance Journeyman
Attend Harper Community College classes for 3 years 2 days/week
Complete Harper Community College competency requirements (estimate 4-5 years)
Maintain a clean work area
Requirements
Complete manufacturing classroom courses leading to graduation
NIMS safety or equivalent
Basic math – speed and feeds
Machine operation
Blueprint reading
Basic metalworking tasks such as machining
Use of gages, calipers, gauge pins and micrometers
Participate in team challenges: robot rumble, hi-mileage vehicle, sports, TMA machining contest
Experience safely working with power tools
Possess excellent verbal, written, computer skills
Demonstrate good communication & multitasking skills
Like to work with your hands and able to pay attention to details
Interested in continuous learning
Able to regularly lift containers up to 40 pounds
Pass preemployment physical & aptitude test
Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
This position is at our Elk Grove Village, IL location.
Other Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental and Vision
401 (k) with company match
Holiday, Vacation and Personal Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short Term Disability
Group Life and Accidental Insurance
US Pay Transparency
The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.
If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.
Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Worksite address
elk grove village, IL, 60009, US
Who can apply
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