Entry Level Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

Are you an innovative, hands-on, individual looking for a dynamic work environment? Join our team at Lakeside Book Company! You will be responsible for ensuring that our equipment is running smoothly, allowing us to deliver exceptional service to our clients. We value not only your technical skills, but also your ability to collaborate with others and craft a positive workplace atmosphere. Your efforts will help us sustain efficiency and safety standards, making a real difference in our operations. If you have a passion for mechanics we'd be thrilled to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment
• Diagnose mechanical issues and determine appropriate repairs
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and parts
• Collaborate with other departments to schedule maintenance without disrupting operations
• Document maintenance and repair work accurately
• Work daily with conveyor systems, power equipment, industrial batteries, and racking systems.

Requirements

• Proven experience, educational training, or certification as a maintenance mechanic or similar role
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Sheets for communication
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50lbs to 75lbs throughout shift
• Must be comfortable standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, lifting throughout duration of 8 to 10-hour shift
• Temperature fluctuations match outside environment (hot outside, hot inside – cold outside, cold inside)

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k (with 3% match) available on day one
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for skill growth and career advancement
• Onsite gym and game room
• Employee Recognition Program
• Diverse employee population
• Safety Shoe Reimbursement - $100 after 1 year of service

Pay, Shift, & Location

• $22.50/hr with potential for pay progressions based on performance up to $24.50/hr within first year.
• 1st Shift – 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday-Friday.
• Location: Indy East - 2700 N. Richardt Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46219

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact ....

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.