Mechanic I

Location: Lafayette, IN 47905
Pay Rate: $20.90–$28.00/hr, paid weekly
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contract Duration: 6-month contingent labor contract
Work Environment: Active metal fabrication plant located approximately 20–30 minutes outside central Lafayette near Delphi.

Temporary Employee Bonus

Eligible temporary employees hired between October 19 and November 30 will receive:

• $500 after 30 days of continuous service.

• $750 after 120 days of continuous service.

Overview

The Mechanic I supports the fabrication, assembly, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of mechanical components used in diesel systems and commercial trailers equipped with pony motors.

This is a hands-on role in an active manufacturing and metal fabrication environment. Responsibilities include installing sheet metal and mechanical assemblies, troubleshooting 12-volt electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems, interpreting mechanical drawings, and performing basic MIG/TIG welding as needed.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, test, debug, and troubleshoot mechanical components for diesel systems and commercial trailers equipped with pony motors.

• Install mechanical components and sheet metal assemblies using basic machine shop tools.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot 12-volt electro-mechanical systems and pneumatic mechanical systems.

• Perform basic MIG and TIG welding on aluminum, carbon steel, and stainless steel as needed.

• Read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings, schematics, and part drawings.

• Identify and communicate mechanical or assembly issues during production.

• Work closely with manufacturing teams to resolve technical and assembly-related problems.

• Maintain safe work practices in an active metal fabrication environment.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• 2–5 years of hands-on mechanical assembly, fabrication, industrial mechanic, or related experience.

• Direct experience working with commercial trailers equipped with pony motors.

• Experience troubleshooting 12-volt electro-mechanical systems.

• Experience troubleshooting pneumatic mechanical systems.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.

• Basic MIG/TIG welding experience with steel or aluminum.

• Ability to work safely in an active manufacturing and metal fabrication environment.

• Ability to pass Plug Power’s zero-tolerance drug screening requirements, including THC.

Screening Questions

1. Do you have 2–5 years of mechanical assembly, fabrication, or mechanic experience in an industrial environment?

2. Do you have direct experience working with commercial trailers equipped with pony motors?

3. Do you have experience troubleshooting 12-volt electro-mechanical and pneumatic systems?

4. Do you have experience reading mechanical drawings and performing basic MIG/TIG welding on steel or aluminum?

5. Are you comfortable working in an active metal fabrication plant environment?

6. Are you available to work Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM at a pay rate of $20.90–$28.00/hour?

Benefits: Employee-contribution benefits may include:

• Health insurance.

• Health Savings Account.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Life insurance.

• Retirement plan.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Final pay within the stated range will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

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