Mechanic

Mechanic

The role involves ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment through the completion of preventive maintenance requirements on production machines. This includes following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, move, assemble, install, weld, perform torch work, and repair industrial machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, or verbal instructions.
• Dismantle equipment and machines using hammers, wrenches, crowbars, and other hand tools.
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
• Assemble and install equipment such as conveyors using hand and power tools.
• Construct foundations and align machines.
• Perform scheduled inspections and maintenance.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling devices using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools.
• Control downtime through effective routine preventive maintenance techniques.
• Set up and operate machine tools and fabrication machinery to rework or make new parts.
• Travel to other locations may be required.
• Other work may be assigned at Management's direction.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Mechanical maintenance
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Understanding of blueprints and schematics
• Machine operating or fabricating
• Diesel, Electrical repair
• Hydraulics
• Pneumatics
• Preventive maintenance
• Blueprint reading
• Diesel engine repair
• Schematic interpretation
• Hand tool proficiency
• Welding
• 3-phase motors
• Wiring
• Mechanical assembly
• Electrical assembly

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with hand and power tools
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Mechanical/Electrical assembly experience

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where your skills in mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting will be highly valued. You will have the opportunity to travel and expand your expertise in various locations while working on diverse machinery and equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment is in heavy manufacturing, requiring a strong understanding of machinery and equipment. You will be working with advanced tools and technologies to ensure efficient operation and maintenance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Ghent, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ghent, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.