Plant Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Join the Mack Industries Maintenance Team in Valley City!

Mack Industries is seeking a skilled and dependable Plant Maintenance Technician to help keep our production equipment and facilities operating safely and efficiently. In this hands-on role, you'll perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, complete repairs, fabricate components, and support plant operations across multiple locations as needed.

If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working with your hands, and taking pride in keeping equipment running, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Functions

• Fabricate, assemble, modify, and repair structures, equipment, and components used throughout the plant using basic welding and metal fabrication techniques.
• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical systems on production equipment and plant facilities.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production machinery, overhead cranes, conveyors, and other facility equipment.
• Install, repair, and upgrade plant equipment to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings, blueprints, and equipment schematics.
• Perform routine maintenance on production equipment, overhead cranes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and other plant machinery.
• Verify completed repairs by testing equipment and ensuring proper operation before returning it to service.
• Safely work at heights of 20 feet or more when required.
• Assist other departments with maintenance projects and repairs as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Continuously develop new maintenance and fabrication skills to support plant operations.

Education & Training

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school, trade certification, or vocational training in maintenance, welding, fabrication, or a related field is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience maintaining industrial or production equipment preferred.
• Experience with overhead cranes is a plus.
• Basic electrical knowledge required; advanced electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Experience with welding and metal fabrication required.
• Working knowledge of preventative maintenance programs, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, gearboxes, and torch cutting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with a team.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including occasional overtime or adjusted hours as needed to support plant operations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, as occasional travel between facilities and operation of company vehicles may be required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to noise, dust, dirt, moving machinery, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, climb, and squat throughout the workday.
• Ability to work safely at heights and around heavy industrial equipment.

What We're Looking For

• Dependable, safety-conscious, and accountable.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Team-oriented and willing to assist wherever needed.
• Organized with good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Committed to producing quality work and continuously improving skills.
• Customer-focused with a positive, professional attitude

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mack Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.