Industrial Maintenance Mechanic: Welding, Fabrication & Repair

Darling Ingredients Inc.; Rose Hill (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Darling Ingredients Inc. in North Carolina seeks a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to perform preventive and corrective maintenance in the rendering plant.

The role requires welding, fabrication, electrical work, and the ability to diagnose motors and equipment, with safety training and on-call availability. The position involves installation projects and on-site collaboration to ensure reliable plant operations.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 years of experience with rendering or similar equipment.
• Advanced welding, piping and fabrication skills required.
• Preferred vocational school training in maintenance trades.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation of new equipment and projects.
• Troubleshoot and repair process machinery and hydraulic equipment.
• Change electrical breakers and starters; use meters.
• Train Level 1 and 2 maintenance personnel.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and comply with safety rules.
• May travel to other plants for projects.
• Attend safety meetings and may serve on Safety Committee.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Welding

Piping

Fabrication

General maintenance

Equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematics

Motor diagnosis

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

480V starter/breaker box testing

Job description

Darling Ingredients Inc. in North Carolina seeks a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to perform preventive and corrective maintenance in the rendering plant.

The role requires welding, fabrication, electrical work, and the ability to diagnose motors and equipment, with safety training and on-call availability. The position involves installation projects and on-site collaboration to ensure reliable plant operations.