Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across a wide range of heavy fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in an industrial setting and thrives in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on shop equipment including CNC plasma cutters, beam lines, saws, press brakes, drill lines, conveyors, cranes, and forklifts.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, electrical panels, motor controls, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
- Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals to diagnose and resolve issues.
- Conduct routine facility inspections and address any structural, lighting, ventilation, or safety-related concerns.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts used, and repair histories.
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize equipment downtime and improve system reliability.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety protocols; lockout/tagout procedures must be strictly followed.
- Maintain a clean and organized maintenance area, including tools, parts inventory, and documentation.
- Participate in on-call rotation or emergency response duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
Experience with 480V 3-phase systems, motor control centers, PLCs, and industrial automation systems.
- Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their associated controls.
- Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Strong understanding of industrial safety practices and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Basic welding, cutting, or fabrication skills for on-the-spot repairs.
- Good communication and time management skills.
- Forklift and overhead crane certification.
- Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including climbing, kneeling, and working in confined spaces
Comfortable working in industrial environments with noise, heat, dust, and moving machinery
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or shift rotations as needed
Work Environment
- Fabrication shop environment with exposure to noise, heat, and heavy equipment.
- Requires use of PPE and adherence to company safety guidelines.
- Requires standing, lifting, and moving steel components regularly.
- May involve overtime, weekend work, or project-specific schedules.
