Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Heavy Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Build your craft at a leader in rail components

Join Amsted Rail – Griffin Wheel in Keokuk, IA. We’re North America’s foremost producer of railroad wheels, and we’re looking for a Mechanical Maintenance professional who thrives in a fast-paced foundry environment.

Why this role

• Hands-on impact: You’ll keep critical production assets running — safely, precisely, and reliably.
• Variety every shift: From alignment and precision fits to welding, rigging, and systems troubleshooting.
• Growth mindset: Bring your experience and expand your capabilities across advanced material-handling systems.

Core responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, dismantle, and reassemble industrial and construction machinery with exacting tolerances.
• Perform alignment and precision assembly of bearings, gears, shafts, motors, and couplings.
• Execute welding and fabrication tasks; plan and perform safe rigging operations.
• Work from scaffolding, JLG aerial lifts, and scissor lifts to complete mechanical repairs.
• Operate forklifts/lift trucks (current certification required).
• Interpret blueprints and mechanical design drawings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and mechanical system issues efficiently.
• Support and repair conveyors, carousels, ASRS equipment, monorails, and bulk conveyors.
• Apply sound material handling practices; follow SDS and all safety procedures.

What we’re looking for

• Independent, self-directed mechanic with strong attention to detail, including accurate PM data collection/entry and tracking.
• High school diploma or equivalent; successful completion of screening and skills tests is required.
• Advanced schooling and/or 5+ years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience preferred.

When you’ll work

Off-shift position with daily and weekend overtime as needed.

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