Maintenance Helper
Job Description
Join H.B. Fuller as a Maintenance Helper
- Location: Grand Rapids, MI
- Schedule: 12-hr Night Shift (2-2-3 schedule), 6pm-6:30am
- Pay: $27 per hour + $1.00 shift differential
- Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, PTO, paid holidays, and more. Eligibility may vary.
- Career Development: Effective training, learning tools, and development programs to help you grow at every level of the organization.
Position Overview
The Maintenance Helper supports safe, reliable operation of facility equipment by assisting with mechanical and electrical maintenance activities. Reporting to the Facility Engineer, this role contributes to production continuity, equipment installations, and workplace safety. This position offers hands-on learning within a global manufacturing environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assist with servicing and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment
- Support production changeovers to minimize downtime
- Help assemble and install new or renovated equipment
- Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas
- Complete required maintenance and performance records accurately
- Assist with parts inventory tracking and purchasing requests
- Follow safety procedures and work instructions at all times
- Adjust task priorities based on operational needs and team direction
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 0–3 years' experience in maintenance or related roles (internships/part-time accepted)
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to work safely at heights up to 50 feet
Preferred Requirements
- Vocational or technical training in HVAC, electrical, or maintenance related field
- Experience with hands-on use of hand tools and basic repair tasks
- Exposure to safety programs such as Lockout/Tagout
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.
The salary for this role is $27.00 per hour + $1.00 shift differential.
In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.
H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.
H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.
Offering you:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
FREE medical insurance coverage – all or a portion of your medical premiums will be reimbursed by the company
3 weeks paid vacation (increases to 4 weeks after 48 months of employment)
11 paid Holidays per year
Quarterly bonuses based on site performance
Competitive 401k, with up to 4% dollar-for-dollar company matching contributions, 1% automatic company contribution, and additional profit-sharing contribution.
And MORE!
