Amsted Rail Company
Maintenance Mechanic
Amsted Rail
Griffin Wheel, the leading manufacturer of railroad wheels in North America, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Industrial Mechanic for our Keokuk, IA foundry. The Mechanic position installs, maintains, repairs, dismantles, and reassembles machinery in industrial and construction settings. Their work must be precise so as not to introduce strain into complex mechanical systems. Skills needed include: Welding Machinery alignment, installation, repair Precise fitting of bearings, gears and shafts, motors, couplings Rigging Scaffolding, Operate JLG's, Scissor lifts and perform mechanical repairs from these devices Lift trucks/forklift certification Blueprint reading, mechanical design Equipment and Mechanical System Troubleshooting, problem solving and repair Conveyors, carousels, ASRS systems, monorails, bulk conveyors Material handling, SDS and the ability to follow safety procedures and work safely Must be able to work without direct supervision, be a self-starter, pay attention to details including accurate data collection/entry and tracking of preventative maintenance information. Hours of work will be on an off shift with daily and weekend overtime as required. The ideal candidates will have advanced schooling and/or 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete screening and skills tests prior to interviewing. Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and any other basis covered by federal, state, or local law. Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player
Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Motivations
Preferred
Flexibility
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Education
Required
High School or better. Experience
Preferred
5 years:
Industrial Maintenance Experience This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the
Know Your Rights
notice from the Department of Labor.
Amsted Rail
Griffin Wheel, the leading manufacturer of railroad wheels in North America, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Industrial Mechanic for our Keokuk, IA foundry. The Mechanic position installs, maintains, repairs, dismantles, and reassembles machinery in industrial and construction settings. Their work must be precise so as not to introduce strain into complex mechanical systems. Skills needed include: Welding Machinery alignment, installation, repair Precise fitting of bearings, gears and shafts, motors, couplings Rigging Scaffolding, Operate JLG's, Scissor lifts and perform mechanical repairs from these devices Lift trucks/forklift certification Blueprint reading, mechanical design Equipment and Mechanical System Troubleshooting, problem solving and repair Conveyors, carousels, ASRS systems, monorails, bulk conveyors Material handling, SDS and the ability to follow safety procedures and work safely Must be able to work without direct supervision, be a self-starter, pay attention to details including accurate data collection/entry and tracking of preventative maintenance information. Hours of work will be on an off shift with daily and weekend overtime as required. The ideal candidates will have advanced schooling and/or 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete screening and skills tests prior to interviewing. Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and any other basis covered by federal, state, or local law. Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player
Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Motivations
Preferred
Flexibility
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Education
Required
High School or better. Experience
Preferred
5 years:
Industrial Maintenance Experience This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the
Know Your Rights
notice from the Department of Labor.