Maintenance Apprentice Country/Region: US Location: Tuscaloosa, AL, US, 35401 **ZF Chassis Modules – Join our unique growth story!** Join our dynamic growth journey with ZF Chassis Modules, a global leader in assembly and logistics services for the automotive industry. With 30 years of excellence and 25 locations worldwide, our 3,500-strong team supports premium and volume car manufacturers globally. In 2023, our revenue exceeded €4 billion, solidifying our position as the top full-service supplier for chassis systems. We excel in project management, greenfield industrialization, operations, supply chain management, and supplier development within a Just in Time/Just in Sequence environment. Accelerating our expansion, we've partnered with Foxconn, a strong investor and global leader in technology solutions. This partnership, coupled with the surging trend of outsourcing and our drive to explore further opportunities in the automotive and mobility sectors, positions us for substantial growth in the years ahead. Are you ready to seize new horizons and elevate your career in the technology and automotive sector? ZF Chassis Modules is your perfect choice! **About the Team:** The ZF Tuscaloosa Maintenance team supports the Tuscaloosa plant by maintaining company standards in safety, security, quality, and productivity, including corrective, preventative, routine, emergency, and cosmetic maintenance. **What you can look forward to as an Maintenance Apprentice:** + Responsible for repairs and troubleshooting of production equipment and building systems to maintain facility in peak operating condition. Major systems include, but not limited to; Mechanical Devices, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, HVAC, Fire protection, Electrical Distribution, Electrical Controls, Air Compressors, Conveyors, Plumbing, Gages, Lube Oil Distribution + Inspection of equipment and assembly processes to prevent damage and/or determine root cause of malfunction or damage to equipment or components. + Perform troubleshooting and repairs using hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, test devices and precision measurement tools. + Reading blueprints, schematics, logic diagrams, maintenance manuals and catalogs to install, troubleshoot and repair equipment. + Troubleshoot, de-bug and program Siemans PLCs and Variable Speed Drives. + Performs preventative maintenance tasks as assigned. + Installation and hook-up of equipment, machinery, and devices. + Performs related tasks as needed. **Your Profile as an Maintenance Apprentice:** + High School diploma required, Associate’s degree preferred + Effective oral and written communication skills + Effectively work interact with supervisors, production/logistics personnel, and maintenance team members + Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Excel and Word + Math skills to include but not limited to algebra, geometry, and trigonometry + Fundamentals of AC/DC electricity + Fundamentals of motors and motor controls + Fundamentals of transformers + Fundamentals of automatic controls + Fundamentals of hydraulics and pneumatics + Fundamentals of industrial mechanics + Fundamentals of machine tool technology + Fundamentals of welding + Ability to perform all aspects of facilities maintenance **Why you should choose ZF in Tuscaloosa, AL:** + A supportive collaborative team environment + Paid Vacation + 401k Plan + Health Care Benefits + Paid Holidays + Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement + A strong diversity culture + Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities Be part of our ZF team as [[Maintenance Apprentice ]] and apply now! DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran. **What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?** At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility. Find out how we work at ZF: