Maintenance Mechanic | 45$+/HR

Position Overview

We are looking for a skilled and dependable Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. This position will be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving equipment throughout our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment and is comfortable working with mechanical, hydraulic, and industrial equipment.

Technicians with experience in manufacturing environments with extensive hydraulic systems tend to do very well in this role. Experience working around presses, paint lines, conveyors, roll-forming equipment, or other heavy manufacturing equipment is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures safely and correctly before performing maintenance or repairs.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) on plant equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform alignments on conveyors, gearboxes, motors, and related equipment.
• Inspect, maintain, and replace bearings, belts, chains, couplings, motors, gearboxes, and other mechanical components.
• Properly identify and use the appropriate greases and lubricants for different gears, bearings, motors, and equipment.
• Proficiently replace and install hydraulic hoses, including both JIC and SAE fittings.
• Respond to maintenance calls and equipment breakdowns throughout the facility.
• Complete assigned work orders and preventative maintenance tasks within required timeframes.
• Work safely and efficiently across multiple areas of the plant.
• Assist with identifying equipment issues and making recommendations to improve reliability and reduce downtime.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Hands-on industrial maintenance or maintenance mechanic experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience with LOTO procedures.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Experience with conveyor, gearbox, and motor alignment.
• Working knowledge of different types of grease, lubricants, and lubrication practices and when to use them.
• Proficiency replacing and installing hydraulic hoses and fittings, including JIC and SAE.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance procedures, work orders, and equipment documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a maintenance team.
• Commitment to following all company safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience working extensively with hydraulic systems.
• Experience working around presses.
• Experience maintaining paint lines.
• Experience with roll-forming equipment, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and fabrication/welding equipment.