Maintenance Mechanic

6600 S 231st St, Kent WA

Description

**To be considered TODAY, visit Eager to grow into a skilled trade? Are you mechanically inclined? Consider joining our Production team today! The Seattle Times, the premier commercial printing option in the Puget Sound and a subsidiary of The Seattle Times, is hiring for a strong up-and-coming Maintenance Mechanic to join the Print Operations team in our Kent facility. Fondly referred to as a Machinist at our printing plant, your duties would include (but are not limited to) maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production-related equipment. This is a great growth opportunity for someone looking to grow into a mechanic role and gain valuable experience. BENEFITS | Multiple medical insurance options (with health savings account option), 401(k) with company match, wellness program, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and pension! SCHEDULE | Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. the following day. Successful applicants must be available to work any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Final schedule dependent on shift pick priority. RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide predictive/corrective maintenance support to all areas of production. - Analyze problems, implement solutions, and manufacture parts as needed to ensure timely repairs and a smooth-running operation. - Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a broad scope of machinery and equipment. - Excellent time management skills, the ability to prioritize and complete projects. - Maintain daily work log with work descriptions, time entry and any additional information requested. - Adhere to all company and safety policies and guidelines. - To work effectively with co-workers in solving problems and to communicate problems from shift to shift. QUALIFICATIONS - Mechanically inclined (willing to train the right individual!), such as those who have prior experience as a millwright, machinist mechanic, technician, etc. - Computer-literate - Strong manual hand dexterity. - Ability to communicate information, both verbal and written. - Ability to maintain professional appearance/demeanor and positive attitude. - Must be able to work while standing on ladders and scaffolding and work from heights. **TO APPLY, visit