Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic – Electrical & Industrial Maintenance

Sandston, VA | Evening & Night Shift Opportunities

A growing manufacturing company in Sandston, VA is seeking skilled and motivated Maintenance Mechanics with strong electrical troubleshooting experience to support our production operations. This role is essential to maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable equipment performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We are looking for dependable team members who thrive in hands-on industrial settings and can effectively diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical systems.

Shift Requirements

Please read carefully before applying:

• Candidates must be flexible and available to work any shift as needed
• Current openings are specifically for the Evening and Night Shift
• Flexibility is required for training, schedule adjustments, overtime, and operational coverage

Probationary Period

This position includes a 60–90 day introductory/probationary period to evaluate performance, attendance, reliability, and overall fit within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance on production machinery and equipment
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and complete unscheduled repairs during production operations
• Execute preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and reliability
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic system issues
• Repair or replace components including motors, switches, controllers, sensors, and related equipment
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to improve equipment performance and efficiency
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, parts usage, and inventory
• Ensure compliance with all company safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment efficiently and accurately
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals
• Ability to test, calibrate, and repair electronic control systems
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
• Dependable, safety-focused, and adaptable in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical degree or certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial or production maintenance experience required
• Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic certification preferred