Industrial Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Lakeland, FL
Pay Rate: $20.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic for an industrial manufacturing facility in Lakeland, FL. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing facility and production equipment to ensure safe and efficient daily operations.

This is a hands-on role requiring a well-rounded maintenance background. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience and be comfortable performing mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance, basic electrical troubleshooting, plumbing repairs, and routine forklift maintenance.

Candidates should be able to independently identify maintenance issues, determine the appropriate repair, and complete work safely with minimal supervision.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment and facility systems
• Diagnose mechanical problems and complete repairs to minimize equipment downtime
• Perform routine forklift maintenance , including greasing, inspections, adjustments, and minor repairs
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, fans, belts, bearings, pulleys, and other mechanical components
• Remove and replace fan motors, belts, and related equipment components
• Inspect machinery for wear, damage, leaks, unusual noises, vibration, or other signs of mechanical failure
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs
• Safely work around and troubleshoot 110V, 220V, and 480V electrical systems
• Use electrical testing equipment such as multimeters when diagnosing basic electrical issues
• Perform basic plumbing repairs, including addressing leaks, replacing fittings, and troubleshooting facility plumbing issues
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance according to established maintenance procedures
• Lubricate and grease machinery and equipment as required
• Assist with general building and facility maintenance
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and maintenance requests
• Identify replacement parts and communicate when additional repairs or materials are needed
• Maintain accurate records of preventative maintenance, repairs, and equipment issues as required
• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance areas in a clean and organized condition
• Follow OSHA guidelines, lockout/tagout procedures, and all company safety requirements
• Perform additional maintenance duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of maintenance mechanic experience , preferably within an industrial, manufacturing, fabrication, or production environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with demonstrated troubleshooting and repair experience
• Working knowledge of 110V, 220V, and 480V electrical systems
• Experience troubleshooting and replacing electric motors, belts, fans, bearings, and other mechanical components
• Experience performing preventative maintenance on industrial equipment
• Basic plumbing knowledge and ability to complete minor plumbing repairs
• Experience performing basic forklift maintenance and servicing
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, electrical testing equipment, and maintenance equipment
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals, work instructions, and preventative maintenance schedules
• Knowledge of proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) and industrial safety procedures
• Ability to troubleshoot problems independently and determine appropriate repairs
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
• Dependable attendance and ability to work a consistent Monday–Friday first-shift schedule

Physical Requirements

Candidates must be able to perform the physical duties associated with an industrial maintenance position, including standing and walking for extended periods, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and working around industrial equipment. Must be able to safely lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment as required.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Must have reliable transportation to the Lakeland, FL facility
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to work safely in an active industrial/manufacturing environment

Mobile Staff Solutions is a full-service staffing company dedicated to efficiently and effectively managing our clients hiring process by:

Delivering better candidates by customizing the screening and assessment process for each and every customer.
Quickly building a diverse candidate pipeline to reduce hiring time and cost.
Offering flexible workforce options such as: temp, temp-to-hire, and direct hires.
MSS is an equal opportunity employer. Calls made to and from our office are recorded for quality and training purposes.
The employees of MSS are dedicated to providing superior candidates and service to our clients by:

Gathering vital information on the skills needed for the position.
Analyzing the clients strategic goals.
Locating, selecting and screening candidates.
Scheduling interviews and preparing offer letters.
Understanding the culture of their company and staff.
ONLY LOCAL APPLY
Mobile Staff Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Company Description

Mobile Staff Solutions is a full-service staffing company dedicated to efficiently and effectively managing our clients hiring process by:\r\n\r\nDelivering better candidates by customizing the screening and assessment process for each and every customer.\r\nQuickly building a diverse candidate pipeline to reduce hiring time and cost.\r\nOffering flexible workforce options such as: temp, temp-to-hire, and direct hires.\r\nMSS is an equal opportunity employer. Calls made to and from our office are recorded for quality and training purposes. \r\nThe employees of MSS are dedicated to providing superior candidates and service to our clients by:\r\n\r\nGathering vital information on the skills needed for the position.\r\nAnalyzing the clients strategic goals.\r\nLocating, selecting and screening candidates.\r\nScheduling interviews and preparing offer letters.\r\nUnderstanding the culture of their company and staff.\r\nONLY LOCAL APPLY\r\nMobile Staff Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.\r\nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.