Maintenance Technician Apprentice

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
Have you considered a profession in Industrial Maintenance? Would you like to find a company that provides tuition support along with on the job training within the Maintenance field? Are you a motivated self-starter who is mechanically inclined with a passion for fixing things? If so, Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship with Westlake may be the perfect opportunity for you!
SO WHY WESTLAKE?
We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement. Westlake is dedicated to top environmental performance, sustainability efforts and safety. No job can be so important or urgent that people cannot take time to work safely.
COMPETITIVE PAY & BENEFITS
Benefits Effective Day 1
Med, Den, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
Paid Vacation
Paid Tuition (State Registered Apprenticeship Program) – Must maintain a C average
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Opportunity for Advancement
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Learn and perform basic preventative maintenance services
Assist with mechanical, electrical and control systems duties as required
Learn how to proactively predict the operational state of equipment, filters, oil, hydraulics, compressors, motors, pumps, plumbing and electrical systems and determine course of immediate and future action as needed to eliminate unscheduled downtime.
Assist with installation and setup of barrels and screws on all extruders.
Complete welding and fabrication work as needed, process repairs, improvements, and capital projects.
Learn FIIX Maintenance Module software to generate work orders, track labor, and consume materials/parts.
Make shift rounds at a minimum of once per shift to inspect Air Compressors, Chillers, Water Pumps, Storage Silos, Material Transfer Systems, Extrusion Equipment; Air, Water, and Electrical Systems and other Operation-Critical Equipment to insure functionality to required operational standards.
Learn how to resolve problems with equipment, leaks, and other deficiencies and act as needed
Assist with preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with the Preventative Maintenance Program.
Training and development in troubleshooting PLC based control systems and making component adjustments and/or repairs.
Maintain high level of organization and high standards for housekeeping.
Make suggestions for improvements to safety, efficiency, and costs to management.
Attend and complete required curriculum through Technical College as outlined and required by the State Registered Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship Program.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
HSED Diploma or GED required.
Strong academic performance and interest in Industrial Maintenance Field
Ability to analyze and solve problems to determine root cause
Passion to learn and grow while building your skills and abilities
Self-motivation, dedication and drive to initiate and succeed
Positive attitude that can initiate self-driven activities
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Integrity, diversity and value teamwork
Must pass Admissions Placement Test at the designated Technical College to meet enrollment requirements
All tuition and books will be paid by the company upon enrollment. Apprentice may be subjec