2nd-Shift Maintenance Mechanic

Carpenter Co.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic on 2nd shift at our Lakeland, FL plant.

You will troubleshoot, repair, install or replace mechanical, electrical and electro‑mechanical equipment and components. Responsibilities include disassembling and reassembling equipment, reading diagrams, preventive maintenance, and operating/maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic systems, conveyors, and related controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–3 years of technical training preferred.
• 2–3 years of prior mechanic experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong communication and math skills.
• Ability to earn forklift certification and operate site equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret basic machine diagrams and plant layouts.
• Interpret drawings with advanced shop math and formulas.
• Perform preventive maintenance on machinery and/or equipment.
• Identify potential mechanical problems, plan a repair, and implement the plan.
• Assemble, install, troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic and power transfer systems, motors, pumps, filters, and electrical control devices.
• Maintain conveyor systems and components, belts, bearings, sprockets and gear reducers.
• Assist with calibration of in-plant electrical equipment.
• Communicate potential problems to management.
• Perform basic plumbing on machinery and/or equipment.
• Follow instructions from the Mechanic/Electrician A or Lead Person.
• Maintain plant fire system.
• Serve on plant emergency response team.

Skills

Communication skills

Advanced math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Genie boom lift

Scissor lift

Personal hand tools

Job description

Carpenter Co. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic on 2nd shift at our Lakeland, FL plant.

You will troubleshoot, repair, install or replace mechanical, electrical and electro‑mechanical equipment and components. Responsibilities include disassembling and reassembling equipment, reading diagrams, preventive maintenance, and operating/maintaining pneumatic and hydraulic systems, conveyors, and related controls.