Maintenance Mechanic

About the Company

Kershaw Equipment LLC, located in Montgomery, AL is a leader in rail maintenance and vegetation management production and a worldwide supplier of maintenance-of-way equipment. Built on our strong commitment to our customers, our company supplies machines to Class I railroads, transit lines, short lines, and many contractors around the globe. Kershaw is part of The Heico Companies LLC, a parent holding company comprised of more than 40 businesses involved in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services. Kershaw joins forces with heavy equipment brands Pettibone, BARKO, and ARDCO as part of the Heavy Equipment Segment of The Applied Solutions Group.

About the Role

The Maintenance Mechanic performs skilled maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment, machinery, and facility systems. This position works independently on most assignments and supports the reliability and efficiency of production operations while maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor system issues.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical manuals, schematics, and equipment drawings.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot motors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and drive systems.
• Conduct equipment inspections and identify potential failures.
• Complete work orders and maintenance records in the CMMS system.
• Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications, and capital improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Support production teams by responding to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Mentor and assist Maintenance Mechanics I and II as needed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized manner.

Qualifications/Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school certificate or Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, or related field preferred.
• 5 plus years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Manufacturing or heavy equipment industry experience preferred.

Kershaw Equipment, LLC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Multiple health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois,
• Health Savings Account (with company match) or Flexible Spending Accounts, depending on selected health care plan,
• Two Dental plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois,
• Vision plan through VSP,
• Paid time off (vacation and 11 paid holidays),
• 401k plan with company match,
• Life/AD&D insurances (both company-paid and additional voluntary options),
• Sick leave, Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability plans (company-paid),
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP, company-paid),
• Three Aflac plans
• 2 pet insurance plans
• Legal insurance
• Identity & Fraud Protection Plan

Equal Opportunity Statement

EOE M/F/D/V