Company Name:
General Dynamics

Company Address:
1161 Buckeye Rd
Lima, OH 45804

Date Job is Available:
January 8th, 2024

Deadline for Application:
April 7th, 2024

Job Description:
Position Description: The Facilities Maintenance Internship is a leadership role with responsibility for the effective management of assigned operational/facilities maintenance services and support through a highly skilled crew of craftsmen:

• Successful candidates will have demonstrated leadership ability in applying competitive and innovative work practices with skilled craftsmen (i.e. pipefitters, millwrights, electricians, etc.) to function as a highly performing and self-managed team, utilizing sound decision-making methods to ensure proper facility and equipment operation.
• Responsible for assigned work crew work assignments being accomplished in accordance to customer contract specifications, established plant procedures, daily schedule requirements, manpower requirements, and cost requirements to meet Company goals.
• Responsible for the administration/application of the union agreements for assigned direct reports. Develop collaborative working relationships with union leadership to affect positive change, drive continuous improvement and advance department business goals.
• Leads work crews in navigating Company processes to deliver on commitments and problem resolutions.
• Conducts individual, work-team and group briefings on work directives, performance, schedules, safety, and costs. Investigates, develops and implements action plans to address and correct deficiencies of the aforementioned items.
• Represents the Company with vendors/contractors in providing technical requirements for purchased equipment, parts and services.
• A safety advocate, driving operational safety/security improvements through identification/corrective actions for hazardous conditions - hazards elimination, engineering controls, revised work practices/procedures and PPE.
• Performs initial occupational injury/illness incidents investigations/reports for assigned work crews/areas.
• Responsible for the work schedules, training, incident investigation and discipline of assigned work crews.

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a U. S.Citizen
• Must be able to obtain unescorted access to the facility through the Department of Army Police vetting process
• Must be able to obtain / maintain a government issued Secret security clearance
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to successfully complete the pre-employment process, including drug screen and background check.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills with people at all levels of the organization
• Must be self-motivated
• Must be able to work flexible hours for shift coverage (i. e. overlap and off-shift) and be actively engaged on the manufacturing floor on a regular basis.
• Must be proficient in MS Word and Excel

Working Conditions & Environment:

• Using ladders to climb into/onto structures.
• Climbing, walking, bending, kneeling, standing and stooping.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Working in and around dust and fumes, moving equipment, and hot/ cold environments.
• Working in areas with a high noise volume.

General Dynamics Land Systems is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race and/or ethnic background, national origin and/or ancestry, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital/parental status, age, military service, veteran status, disability, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, genetic information, or membership in any class protected by applicable law from discrimination in employment. To Apply: Complete online application located at https://generaldynamics-us-careers.ttcportals.com/jobs/13797257-maintenance-and-skilled-trades-intern?tm_job=12021&tm_event=view&tm_company=48368&bid=414