Industrial Mechanic

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k matching

Tuition scholarship program

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) in Phoenix, AZ is hiring an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright to join our team on site. You will read blueprints, install and align heavy machinery, operate cranes, troubleshoot equipment, and perform preventive maintenance to keep systems running reliably.

The role requires welding proficiency, ability to work in varying weather, and independence to prioritize urgent tasks in a dynamic metal recycling environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working safely in a heavy industrial environment.
• Comfort working indoors/outdoors in varying weather.
• Proficient welding and basic equipment repair.
• Experience completing preventative maintenance tasks and work orders with proper parts documentation.
• Eager to learn and operate state-of-the-art equipment and diagnostics.
• Able to work independently and prioritize tasks by production urgency.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematics to determine work procedures.
• Install, align, dismantle and move stationary machinery and equipment per layout plans using hand and power tools.
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices to position machinery during installation, setup and repair.
• Inspect machinery to detect irregularities and malfunctions.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Clean, lubricate and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Assemble machinery prior to installation using hand/power tools and welding equipment.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Welding

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Equipment repair

Independent work

Tools

Welding equipment

Power tools

cranes/hoists

Job description

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 3500 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades (we just celebrated our 86th birthday!) thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 3500 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades (we just celebrated our 86th birthday!) thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

What we offer!

• A competitive annual salary, vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environmentthat is also a lot of fun!

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanic/Millwright to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona!

What you're responsible for:

• Reading blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Installing, aligning, dismantling and moving stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment, such as pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces and generators according to layout plans using hand and power tools
• Operating hoisting and lifting devices such as cranes, jacks and tractors to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery
• Inspecting and examining machinery and equipment to detect and investigate irregularities and malfunctions
• Installing, troubleshooting and maintaining power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Cleaning, lubricating and performing other routine maintenance work on equipment.
• Assembling machinery and equipment prior to installation using hand and power tools and welding equipment

Qualifications

To join our team:

• You have experience working safely in a heavy industrial environment
• You are comfortable working indoors, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions
• You are proficient in welding and basic equipment repair
• You have experience completing preventative maintenance tasks, checklists, and work orders with proper parts documentation
• You are eager to learn and operate state-of-the‑art equipment and diagnostics
• You are able to work independently, prioritize tasks based on production urgency, and stay focused on execution