DoD SkillBridge Internship: Maintenance Tech
SkillBridge Host Company: Autokiniton
SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC
Location: Holland, Michigan

Applicants must
be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify
for the DoD SkillBridge Program.

1. 
   Go to
   www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge
   and complete the SkillBridge interest form.
2. 
   Return to this posting and click ‘Apply’.

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-
TAHN
)

AUTOKINITON is a leading North American supplier of
propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components and assemblies. Our 100%
vertical integration capabilities allow us to offer our customers end-to-end
engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. At AUTOKINITON, we are
building a better foundation for every vehicle on the road.

To help us drive excellence, as a 2
nd
or 3
rd
Shift
Maintenance Technician, you’ll get to:

• 
  Support
  the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in performance of daily
  activities.
• 
  Dismantles
  defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• 
  Installs
  and repairs electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and
  electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
• 
  Repairs
  automated machinery and equipment such as Fanuc robots.
• 
  Troubleshoot
  mechanical, electrical, robotic, and welding problems
• 
  Basic
  understanding of PLC programming principles and techniques with
  consideration for operator and equipment safety.
• 
  Performs
  both routine and repair maintenance on industrial pumps.
• 
  Performs
  both routine and repair maintenance on scrap conveyors.
• 
  Discusses
  machine operation variations with supervisors, operators, or other
  maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• 
  Visually
  inspects and tests machinery and equipment
• 
  Operates
  cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts
• 
  Cleans
  and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• 
  Must
  use electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics for troubleshooting.

This DoD SkillBridge Internship is a part of our Maintenance Team
and reports to the Maintenance Supervisor

• 
  Aerospace Propulsion (2A6X1) - mechanical systems troubleshooting; disassembly/reassembly, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical systems.
• 
  Aircraft Maintenance (2A5X1) - uses hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics; troubleshoots complex aircraft systems.
• 
  Tactical Aircraft Masintenance (2A3X3) - electrical troubleshooting, wiring, sensors, and control systems.
• 
  Aircraft Metals Technology (2A7X2) - fabrication, welding, machining, structural repair, aluminum/steel alloy, stamping, machine repair, structural equipment maintenance.
• 
  Aerospace Ground Equipment (2A6X2) - diesel, gas, electric, hydraulic ground equipment, heavy mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
• 
  Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B) - Engines, hydraulics, electrical troubleshooting, diagnosing mechanical failures, maintenance.
• 
  Construction Equipment Repairer (91L) - hydraulic systems, heavy equipment, industrial-grade engines and power systems.
• 
  Allied Trades Specialist (machinist/welder) (91E) - fabrication and repair, welding, machining, fabrication, metalworking, steel, iron, aluminum.
• 
  Machinist's Mate (MM) - maintains pumps, engines, hydraulics, mechanical systems.
• 
  Electrician's Mate (EM) - industrial electrical systems, motor controls, wiring, distribution systems.
• 
  Electronics Technician (ET) - troubleshooting electronic systems, sensors, control boards, signal flow.
• 
  Hull Maintenance Technician (HT) - welding, cutting torch work, structural repair.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES (As a DoD SkillBridge Intern, it is understood that you may not have all of the required skills and abilities)

• 
  Working
  on large metal stamping presses (200-3000 ton)
• 
  Working
  with robotic welding machines (Fanuc ped welders and spot welders)
• 
  Experience
  in fabrication
• 
  Experience
  in a manufacturing environment working with steel, iron, aluminum, and other
  various metals
• 
  Journeyman
  Card (not required but preferred)

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES

• 
  Ability
  to convey technical details to a non-technical audience.
• 
  Ability
  to work well with others in a team environment.

Working conditions:

• 
  We’ll
  provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts,
  working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the
  interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our location in Holland,
MI offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational
opportunities for you and your family.

Why you’ll enjoy working here (if you are hired after the internship):

• 
  Competitive
  Wages and Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision,
  401(k) with Company contribution match, and 15 paid holidays, including a
  bridge holiday in December and a generous referral bonus policy!!
• 
  Work-Life
  Balance:
  Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It
  takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal
  and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• 
  Growth
  Opportunities:
  Take your career to the next level through tuition
  reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and
  advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• 
  Learning
  and Development:
  We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to
  senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their
  current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work
environment for everyone.

This policy applies to all employment practices within
our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff,
recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.
AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and
business needs at the time.

[
NOTE:
Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is
understood that no single candidate will have equal
expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed.
Successful candidates will possess a compelling
combination of many of them and the self-awareness and
wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the
area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]

• 
  Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge
  Intern Zoom Meetings.
• 
  PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn
  optimization, and interview skills course.
• 
  Other free resources, including an electronic copy
  of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.