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Maintenance Mechanic
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What they do
A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$51,052 / year median in Massachusetts
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Position SummaryThe Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of production equipment and facility systems. This role performs troubleshooting, repair, rebuilding, fabrication, and continuous improvement activities involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated equipment.
The Maintenance Mechanic will respond to equipment breakdowns, perform scheduled maintenance, support production uptime, and ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company quality and OSHA requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesPreventive & Corrective MaintenancePerform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
Respond to emergency and unscheduled equipment breakdowns during production.
Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment.
Perform equipment inspections and identify potential failures before they impact production.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
Mechanical Troubleshooting & RepairTroubleshoot and repair heavy industrial processing and manufacturing equipment.
Rebuild and repair:
PumpsHydraulic and pneumatic cylindersValvesBlowersMotors and mechanical drive systemsDiagnose mechanical failures and determine appropriate repair methods.
Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, drawings, and technical documentation.
Electrical & ControlsTroubleshoot industrial electrical systems, including:
RelaysMotorsMotor startersFusesDrivesControl wiringUnderstand the basic operation and troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment.
Work with VFDs, motor controllers, and industrial control systems.
Troubleshoot electrical distribution and related building systems.
Hydraulic & Pneumatic SystemsTroubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
Diagnose leaks, pressure issues, valve failures, cylinder problems, and related equipment failures.
Maintain pumps, compressors, blowers, and other fluid/air-powered systems.
Manufacturing EquipmentSupport maintenance activities involving:
CNC machining equipmentMetal forming equipmentHeat-treating equipmentLight automationMaterial handling equipmentCranes and forkliftsAssist with equipment improvements and modifications to improve reliability, safety, quality, and productivity.
Fabrication & WeldingPerform basic fabrication and equipment modifications as required.
Operate and work with equipment such as:
BrakesShearsWeldersGrindersPerform welding and other fabrication activities when necessary.
Facility & Building SystemsMaintain and troubleshoot facility-related systems, including:
Air compressorsHVACPlumbingElectrical distributionBuilding automation systemsSupport general facility maintenance as required.
SOPs, PMs & DocumentationWork with the Maintenance Manager to develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance Procedures (PMPs) and supporting documentation.
Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document maintenance activities.
Follow established work plans, specifications, and maintenance procedures.
Safety, Quality & CompliancePerform all work in accordance with OSHA and company safety requirements.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Follow
Report environmental or safety concerns to appropriate management.
Complete required training related to hazardous waste, emergency response, and environmental compliance.
On-Call SupportParticipate in scheduled 24-hour emergency/on-call coverage.
Respond to critical equipment issues during assigned on-call periods.
Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent.
Trade school, technical certificate, or equivalent vocational training preferred.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to troubleshoot industrial machinery independently.
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Technical ExperienceIndustrial manufacturing equipment maintenance.
CNC machining equipment.
Metal forming equipment.
Heat-treating equipment.
Industrial automation.
PLC-controlled machinery.
VFDs and motor controllers.
Pumps, cylinders, valves, and blowers.
Air compressors and HVAC systems.
Cranes and material handling equipment.
Welding and fabrication.
Electrical distribution systems.
Building automation systems.
CMMS software.
Core CompetenciesAdvanced mechanical troubleshootingIndustrial electrical troubleshootingHydraulic and pneumatic systemsPreventive and predictive maintenanceRoot-cause problem solvingPLC and VFD fundamentalsWelding and fabricationEquipment repair and rebuildingPreventive maintenance planningSafety awarenessSelf-direction and accountabilityTeam collaborationStrong attention to detailIntellectual curiosity and continuous improvement mindsetPhysical & Work EnvironmentManufacturing/industrial environment.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working around production machinery.
Ability to work around mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial equipment.
May require emergency/on-call response outside normal working hours.
Must follow required PPE and workplace safety procedures.
BenefitsCompetitive compensationHealth insuranceDental and vision insurance401(k)Short-term disabilityPaid Time Off
The Maintenance Mechanic will respond to equipment breakdowns, perform scheduled maintenance, support production uptime, and ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company quality and OSHA requirements.
Key ResponsibilitiesPreventive & Corrective MaintenancePerform scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
Respond to emergency and unscheduled equipment breakdowns during production.
Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain industrial machinery and equipment.
Perform equipment inspections and identify potential failures before they impact production.
Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
Mechanical Troubleshooting & RepairTroubleshoot and repair heavy industrial processing and manufacturing equipment.
Rebuild and repair:
PumpsHydraulic and pneumatic cylindersValvesBlowersMotors and mechanical drive systemsDiagnose mechanical failures and determine appropriate repair methods.
Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, drawings, and technical documentation.
Electrical & ControlsTroubleshoot industrial electrical systems, including:
RelaysMotorsMotor startersFusesDrivesControl wiringUnderstand the basic operation and troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment.
Work with VFDs, motor controllers, and industrial control systems.
Troubleshoot electrical distribution and related building systems.
Hydraulic & Pneumatic SystemsTroubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
Diagnose leaks, pressure issues, valve failures, cylinder problems, and related equipment failures.
Maintain pumps, compressors, blowers, and other fluid/air-powered systems.
Manufacturing EquipmentSupport maintenance activities involving:
CNC machining equipmentMetal forming equipmentHeat-treating equipmentLight automationMaterial handling equipmentCranes and forkliftsAssist with equipment improvements and modifications to improve reliability, safety, quality, and productivity.
Fabrication & WeldingPerform basic fabrication and equipment modifications as required.
Operate and work with equipment such as:
BrakesShearsWeldersGrindersPerform welding and other fabrication activities when necessary.
Facility & Building SystemsMaintain and troubleshoot facility-related systems, including:
Air compressorsHVACPlumbingElectrical distributionBuilding automation systemsSupport general facility maintenance as required.
SOPs, PMs & DocumentationWork with the Maintenance Manager to develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Develop and maintain Preventive Maintenance Procedures (PMPs) and supporting documentation.
Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to document maintenance activities.
Follow established work plans, specifications, and maintenance procedures.
Safety, Quality & CompliancePerform all work in accordance with OSHA and company safety requirements.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
Follow
ISO 9001
2015 quality requirements and procedures.Report environmental or safety concerns to appropriate management.
Complete required training related to hazardous waste, emergency response, and environmental compliance.
On-Call SupportParticipate in scheduled 24-hour emergency/on-call coverage.
Respond to critical equipment issues during assigned on-call periods.
Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent.
Trade school, technical certificate, or equivalent vocational training preferred.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to troubleshoot industrial machinery independently.
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Technical ExperienceIndustrial manufacturing equipment maintenance.
CNC machining equipment.
Metal forming equipment.
Heat-treating equipment.
Industrial automation.
PLC-controlled machinery.
VFDs and motor controllers.
Pumps, cylinders, valves, and blowers.
Air compressors and HVAC systems.
Cranes and material handling equipment.
Welding and fabrication.
Electrical distribution systems.
Building automation systems.
CMMS software.
ISO 9001
2015.OSHA regulations and industrial safety procedures.Core CompetenciesAdvanced mechanical troubleshootingIndustrial electrical troubleshootingHydraulic and pneumatic systemsPreventive and predictive maintenanceRoot-cause problem solvingPLC and VFD fundamentalsWelding and fabricationEquipment repair and rebuildingPreventive maintenance planningSafety awarenessSelf-direction and accountabilityTeam collaborationStrong attention to detailIntellectual curiosity and continuous improvement mindsetPhysical & Work EnvironmentManufacturing/industrial environment.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and working around production machinery.
Ability to work around mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial equipment.
May require emergency/on-call response outside normal working hours.
Must follow required PPE and workplace safety procedures.
BenefitsCompetitive compensationHealth insuranceDental and vision insurance401(k)Short-term disabilityPaid Time Off
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance