Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic

Job Overview

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving plant equipment to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This position plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, ensuring equipment performance, and supporting overall production goals. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude, welding and fabrication skills, and a commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and complete timely repairs to minimize operational downtime.
• Perform arc welding in all positions and utilize oxygen-acetylene or plasma cutting equipment safely and effectively.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair metal components and structural equipment as needed.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings to support maintenance activities.
• Work safely at elevated heights and in various plant environments as required.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate equipment issues effectively.
• Participate in job-related training, certifications, and continuing education programs to support current and future operational needs.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance team members to improve equipment reliability and plant performance.

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• High school diploma or GED required, technical school or secondary education preferred
• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, welding, metal fabrication, or mechanical repair preferred.
• Proficiency in arc welding, cutting, and metal fabrication techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and equipment repair procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and industrial plant environment.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment, noise, vibration, dust, and varying temperatures.
• May require working overtime, weekends, holidays, or rotating shifts based on production and maintenance needs.
• Position may involve working outdoors and at elevated heights.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual tasks involving hand and power tools.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to maintain visual awareness and manual dexterity necessary to safely perform maintenance and repair activities.

This version is more professional, emphasizes safety and reliability, and aligns better with modern manufacturing and industrial maintenance job postings while remaining attractive to experienced maintenance mechanics.

For more than a century, Asbury Advanced Materials has been a trusted supplier of graphite, carbon, coke, and engineered material solutions to customers around the world. Our products support industries ranging from metals and drilling to electronics, plastics, lubricants, coatings, and emerging technologies.

Company Description

For more than a century, Asbury Advanced Materials has been a trusted supplier of graphite, carbon, coke, and engineered material solutions to customers around the world. Our products support industries ranging from metals and drilling to electronics, plastics, lubricants, coatings, and emerging technologies.