Maintenance Mechanic

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription: As a GardenCore Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Technician), you will be responsible for the preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of manufacturing equipment. Maintenance Mechanics also provides maintenance support for the various facilities and structures on company property. The successful candidate must be able to work safely in a fast-paced, covered and uncovered manufacturing facility. ResponsibilitiesInstall, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair equipment, electrical components and special purpose machines as assignedDiagnose mechanical and electrical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessaryOperate a variety of hand and power tools to repair, grease, weld, cut, change parts and complete tasks as assignedInspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklistsPerform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothlyDismantle equipment to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power toolsAbility to think independently while successfully functioning in a team environment, with a proven track record of contributing toward team goalsOther duties as assignedRequirements: At least 3 years of maintenance/electrician experience with at least two years working in a manufacturing environment Experience with PLCs and ability to read schematicsHigh school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceWorking knowledge of basic safety programs, particularly lock-out/tag-out procedures, as well as principles of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and mechanicsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hearThe employee will be required to stand for extended periods of timeThe employee is regularly required to lift and move up to 50lbs. Occasionally the employee may need to lift up to 65lbs, – should this be the case, employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely liftThe employee must have the capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and your whole body – bending, crouching, climbing - using steps and ladders, pushing pulling, stooping and reaching Work Hours6:30 AM - 3:00 PMHours of operation will flex during busy season, as well as opportunities for overtime CompensationHourly pay range of $25.00 - $30.00 per hour401(k) plan / group retirement savings programShort-term and long-term disability benefitsLife insuranceHealth, dental, and vision insurancePaid time offPaid holidays What GardenCore Offers YouComprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programsGroup retirement savings programAn inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About GardenCore GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States. GardenCore, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability GardenCore 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, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.