Maintenance Helper

Overview:

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

At Triple-S Steel we live and work by our core values. Since our inception over 50 years ago, we have followed three basic principles that are the foundation of our success:

Stability: All decisions made are measured in years, not quarters.

Flexibility: Employees are encouraged to seek creative steel solutions and services that help the company thrive.

Chemistry: We foster and nurture an entrepreneurial spirit throughout the Triple-S family. That spirit permeates our DNA.

From a small family retail operation in Houston, our business has expanded across the US and S. America to sell over 1 million tons per year. We supply steel for bridges, stadiums, barges and large buildings but one thing will always remain the same: We treat our customers and employees like family.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking a motivated Maintenance Technician to join our business. The maintenance technician will be responsible for equipment and building maintenance and repair. This nonexempt (hourly) position typically reports directly to the Maintenance Manager or Operations Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position requires working in accordance with Triple-S Steel job requirements and Safe Methods of Work. Overtime hours may be required to meet our customers’ needs.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our company offers great benefits, from tuition reimbursement to training and development opportunities. We also offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, commuter, long-term disability and group life insurance programs. Come join our team!

Responsibilities:

Multi-Site position, that will service both San Antonio locations.

- Follow Triple-S safe methods of work at all times, and immediately advise supervisor of any unsafe conditions.

- Clean interior of the building, as well as machinery and equipment, and exterior of the building

- Complete administrative duties, such as filling out forms and reporting maintenance statuses to supervisor

- Train under Maintenance Manager on performing routine building maintenance duties, including painting, minor electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, and heating and ventilation systems maintenance as needed

- Comply with all safety and health regulations

- Keep inventory of maintenance and cleaning supplies and equipment, and report needs to supervisor

- May be asked to respond to emergency calls for maintenance and repairsork indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions including rain, cold/heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. The Maintenance Helper will be regularly exposed to the typical weather of the local area.

- Be aware of general OSHA requirements.

- Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.

- Wear clothing/uniforms as required for safety and professionalism.

- Maintain sanitary conditions in the maintenance shops and assigned work areas.

- Attend all required company meetings.

- Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or GED.

- Lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds to heights up to 5 feet. Carry such equipment for 20 feet. Climb ladders and work from ladders up to 40 feet while wearing any fall protection gear required. Crawl into tight or confined spaces. Pull/push up to 75 pounds; exert 25 – 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 – 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Reach, squat, kneel, climb and crawl while maneuvering tools and equipment.

- Interest in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools).

- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment.

- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and other manuals and documents.

- Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisors.

- May be required to work outside of normal work hours.