Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Specialist — Recycling Operations

100Hires, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Services partners with manufacturing and processing facilities to provide maintenance roles for both early‑career technicians and seasoned experts. The position focuses on keeping operations running by maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, and hydraulic systems in an industrial setting.

The role offers day and night shift opportunities with overtime as needed. A background in recycling centers or polymer processing is a plus, and safety policies are strictly followed.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in industrial maintenance or a comparable hands-on trade (5+ years preferred for senior-level roles).
• Practical experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, and conveyors.
• Electrical know‑how to work safely around industrial systems; ability to read electrical schematics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and optimize mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on motors, pumps, conveyors, screens, balers, and grinders.
• Troubleshoot electromechanical issues independently as your experience allows; escalate and collaborate when needed.
• Read electrical schematics and blueprints; PLC troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley) is a plus.
• Document work thoroughly: work orders, field service reports, and daily logs.
• Assist with or lead new equipment installations; coordinate maintenance windows with vendors.
• Execute preventive maintenance to schedule and standard.
• Communicate findings with supervisors and operators to prevent repeat failures.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Motors

Pumps

Conveyors

LOTO

Schematic reading

Education

High school diploma

Trade certificate

Mechanical/electrical certificate

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Job description

Step Into a Day on the FloorYou lace up your boots, check in with operators, and walk the line. A baler needs a photo-eye cleaned and calibrated, a grinder is due for a PM, and a conveyor gearmotor is running hot. You lock out, dive into root-cause, and get it turning smoothly again. Before lunch, you’re reading a schematic to trace a 480V control issue; later, you log notes, close work orders, and stage parts for a weekend install. Through it all, you’re part of a crew that keeps sorting, grinding, washing, and baling equipment safe and productive.Where You’ll Make an ImpactMaintain, repair, and optimize mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on motors, pumps, conveyors, screens, balers, and grinders.Troubleshoot electromechanical issues independently as your experience allows; escalate and collaborate when needed.Read electrical schematics and blueprints; PLC troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley) is a plus.Document work thoroughly: work orders, field service reports, and daily logs.Assist with or lead new equipment installations; coordinate maintenance windows with vendors.Execute preventive maintenance to schedule and standard.Communicate findings with supervisors and operators to prevent repeat failures.Champion safety policies and procedures, including LOTO.Schedules & AvailabilityDay and night shift opportunities.2‑2‑3 rotation schedules.Overtime as business needs require.Some roles may require flexibility for off‑hours support during emergency downtime situations.What You Bring1+ years in industrial maintenance or a comparable hands-on trade (5+ years preferred for senior-level roles).Practical experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, and conveyors.Electrical know‑how to work safely around industrial systems; ability to read electrical schematics is a plus.Self-starter mentality with initiative and follow‑through.Strong troubleshooting across electrical and mechanical domains.Team-focused and eager to keep learning.High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or mechanical/electrical certificate a plus.Preferred for some roles: welding, PLC troubleshooting, valid driver’s license, background in recycling centers or polymer processing.Physical Realities of the WorkStand and walk for extended periods.Climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding; access tight spaces.Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.Use and maintain required PPE.Benefits That Have Your BackMedical, dental, and vision coverage.Health care and dependent care spending accounts.Short‑ and long‑term disability.Life insurance and AD&D.Employee & Family Assistance Program.Employee discount program.Retirement plan with company match.Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Core ProficienciesMechanical troubleshooting120/208/240/480 voltage systemsElectrical troubleshooting and repairMaintenance and repair practicesIndustrial electrical experienceHydraulic systems & componentsLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Electrical schematic readingAbout the OpportunityPro Services partners with manufacturing and processing facilities—including a fast‑growing polymer recycling operation—offering roles for both early‑career technicians and seasoned experts. If you take pride in keeping operations running, we’d like to meet you.