Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician - MechanicalAn established heavy-manufacturing plant is adding a mechanical maintenance technician to its 2nd-shift team. This is the person who keeps heavy machinery moving - performing preventive maintenance and precision repairs on presses, hydraulics, and power-transmission systems so production does not stall. The role is hands-on and physical, spanning mechanical repair, basic electrical and controls support, and CMMS-tracked work orders on complex plant equipment. For a mechanically strong maintenance tech, this offers a competitive hourly rate at the top of the local market and a stable, long-established manufacturer to grow with.Anticipated $26.80-$33.80/hr, based on experienceBenefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K w/ match, PTO, holidays2nd shift (evenings), Monday-FridayOverviewKeep heavy machinery running through routine preventive maintenance on presses, hydraulics, and drive systemsDiagnose and repair mechanical failures - bearings, gearboxes, couplings, hydraulic and pneumatic systemsInspect plant equipment and catch mechanical or electrical issues before they cause a breakdownSupport basic electrical and controls repairs alongside the electrical teamOpen, update, and close work orders in the plant CMMS with parts and repair detailSafely operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move heavy componentsPreferred Skills and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED3-5 years of progressive industrial mechanical maintenance in a heavy manufacturing or production plantHands-on experience with high-pressure hydraulics and mechanical power transmissionExperience on industrial punch presses or similar heavy stamping/forming machineryPractical troubleshooting of intermediate electrical controls and multi-phase componentsExperience with precision alignment tools and industrial power toolsStructural or machine-framing welding a distinct advantageComfort learning and using a CMMS for work orders and asset tracking