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Industrial Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician
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What they do
An Industrial Mechanic repairs and maintains complex machines used in production or manufacturing, such as conveyor belts; may use computerized diagnostic equipment.
$56,404 / year median in Indiana
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Location Richmond, IN Schedule 2nd & 3rd shift opportunities Compensation $28.00-$45.00 per hour, commensurate with experience A Day in the Life You arrive on shift, review the maintenance queue, and prioritize a mix of PMs and urgent work orders. A conveyor needs a bearing swap, a motor is drawing high amperage, and a pneumatic valve is sticking. You isolate energy sources using LOTO, trace schematics to pinpoint faults, and return lines to service quickly. Between calls, you complete predictive checks, document findings, and coordinate upcoming upgrades with production and engineering. Safety, precision, and uptime guide every move. What You'll Tackle Diagnose and repair industrial machinery to keep production running smoothly. Execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to prevent unplanned downtime. Identify faults across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Install, replace, and align motors, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, and related components. Interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and OEM technical manuals. Support equipment installs, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives. Perform welding and light fabrication when repairs require it. Work safely at all times, following company procedures and standards. Complete accurate work records for all maintenance and repairs performed. What You Bring Hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting. Proven electrical and mechanical troubleshooting strength. Background with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, and other plant equipment. Ability to read and apply electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. Welding and fabrication capabilities; PLC troubleshooting experience is a plus. Independent self-starter who collaborates well with a team. Uncompromising focus on safety and quality workmanship. Technical Strengths We Value Heavy equipment repair and mechanical troubleshooting. Work with 120/208/240/480 VAC and high-voltage systems. Electrical installation, repair, and troubleshooting across industrial electrical systems. Electrical panel installation, conduit bending, and equipment installation/wiring. Reading and applying electrical schematics to diagnostics. Pneumatic troubleshooting; hydraulic systems and components. Boiler troubleshooting. Heavy material handling and rigging. CNC machine setup and changeover. Automotive manufacturing systems exposure. Equipment diagnostics and troubleshooting; mechanical systems and component repair. Electrical systems and diagnostics for heavy equipment. Strict adherence to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO). Why Join Join a well-established manufacturer that offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and room to grow your career for the long term. Ready to Move Forward? If you thrive on solving problems and maximizing uptime, we'd like to meet you.