Maintenance Helper

At Dexter, we manufacture and distribute axles, accessories, and towing components primarily serving the commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. We’re building products and systems that are rooted in a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state‑of‑the‑art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved over 65 years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

The Maintenance Helper is responsible for assisting maintenance team with daily tasks.

More specifically, this position will be responsible for activities including but not limited to the following:

• Operating floor scrubber and floor sweeper and completing general preventative maintenance on both including changing brushes and squeegees, dumping collection hoppers and cleaning out holding tanks
• Completing oiler duties of equipment
• Rewrapping transfer units and soaking all used filters in water while properly disposing to Hazmat
• Assisting maintenance with machine repairs and preventative maintenance
• Ability to work without constant supervision and be self‑motivated
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess a high degree of quality workmanship and be detail oriented
• Proven time management skills with ability to work overtime as needed to meet deadlines
• Observes safety procedures and possess a good safety record
• Maintains good work ethic and attendance
• Working primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors where temperatures could be hot/cold, depending on season. Mandatory PPE for eyes, ears, hands, and feet to prevent exposure to hazardous materials or injury. May be required to work overtime, including weekends.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds. Standing, reaching, balancing, stretching lower extremities constantly. Frequent grasping, pinching and fine manipulation. Occasionally bending and squatting.

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred, but not required
• Must be able to read work instructions and other work documents provided in English.
• Must be able to speak and write basic English

Dexter is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified, dedicated workforce. We hire and promote individuals based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, veteran status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable U.S. and Canada equal rights legislation protected by federal, state, province or local law.