PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE (TM)
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the world's leading coatings and specialty products company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. PPG is committed to providing a fulfilling workplace for employees, creating an environment for continuous learning and embracing the ideas and diversity of others. Founded in 1883, PPG has global headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:PPG). For more information, visit http://www.ppg.com/.

PPG is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic for its growing coatings plant located in Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain machines, equipment and keep the physical plant and its components in proper working order.

• Maintain dock safety equipment, stretch wrap machine, pumps, boilers, compressors and air conditioning system in proper working condition and follow scheduled PM’s.

• Utilize testing equipment, power and hand tools to perform various types of work.

• General duties may include welding, pipefitting, carpentry and electrical work.

• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, specifications following building and underwriters codes.

• Operate a fork truck to move equipment as required.

• Work safely in environments that involve elevated work, machine lock out and other risk prevention best practices.

• Ability to work 1^st shift and willing to work overtime, including weekend, as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.

• Two (2) years industrial mechanical experience required.

• Journeyman certification desired.

• Mechanical and technical aptitude required.

• Experience in industrial electrical systems, HVAC, welding and control systems preferred.

• HVAC license, welding certificate, or electrical license preferred.

• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more depending upon the job.

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal customers and can work successfully on a team.

We would like to thank candidates who submit their interest for this position. Due to the volume of resumes that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
 

PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.

PPG Industries, Inc offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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