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Job Posting Title

Maintenance Technician

Job Description Summary

Support production operations through both routine maintenance, and emergency repairs of mechanical systems. Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and abilities is a must, hands on experience in industrial maintenance and repair is a plus. Systems being maintained include but are not limited to, mechanical forging presses, hydraulic extrusion presses, and both hydraulic and pneumatic motion systems.

Job Description

Please note, all specialized skills listed (i.e., welding, use of plasma cutter, operation of scissor lift / boom arms, overhead cranes, and fork trucks) are taught as part of the routine training for new hires in this role. While experience in these areas is a plus, it is not at all required.

-Support production operations for all maintenance and repairs for mechanical problems such as but not limited to conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, mechanical and hydraulic presses.

-Analyze, troubleshoot, and maintain all plant equipment through the application of sound troubleshooting techniques and repair methodology.

-Work from available mechanical drawings and equipment specifications and schematics.

-Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits / equipment.

-Have a grasp of basic welding principles.

-Perform preventive, predictive, and routine inspection maintenance.

-Able to drive a forklift, scissor lift / articulating arm boom truck.

-Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with applicable procedures, rules, and regulations.

$1000 Bonus upon completion of 90-day training and evaluation period!

Required Skills and Education

High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)1+ year(s) of experience in machine maintenance/building preferred

About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future.We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce.Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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