Lead Industrial Mechanic

Mathews Mechanical; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plan

401(k)

Company service truck

Job summary

Mathews Mechanical seeks a Lead Industrial Mechanic to join our growing team in Newark, CA. The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, fabricating, and maintaining a range of industrial equipment including hydraulic presses, conveyors, cranes, and plumbing systems.

You will lead a small team of technicians, coordinate field work, and ensure high-quality service using mobile work order systems and digital communication tools. English fluency and a strong work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years verifiable experience
• Valid driver’s license with clean DMV record
• Must be insurable and pass a drug screen
• Available for unscheduled overtime
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Install and modify electrical power circuits (single and three-phase)
• Perform testing and troubleshooting of control circuits
• Lay out, build, and test electrical controls from schematics
• Troubleshoot machine failures and complete repairs
• Disassemble and install hydraulic components and systems
• Rebuild pistons, vanes, gear pumps, and motors

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Plumbing

Tools

Welding equipment

Electrical schematics

Job description

We are seeking experienced a Lead Industrial Mechanic to join our growing team!

Our technicians troubleshoot, diagnose, adjust, repair, replace, fabricate, install, and maintain a variety of industrial equipment, including hydraulic presses, conveyors, cranes, automated systems, balers, compactors, exhaust systems, and plumbing systems.

If you have strong experience in several of these areas, we would love to speak with you.

Compensation & Benefits

• $35.00 - $47.00 per hour, based on demonstrated skills, abilities, and overtime worked
• Potential Company Service Truck (for qualified Field Technicians)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• 401(k)

Core Responsibilities

Technicians should be capable of handling both electrical and hydraulic repair responsibilities, including:

• Install and modify electrical power circuits (single and three-phase systems)
• Perform operational testing and complete troubleshooting of control circuits
• Lay out, build, and test electrical controls from schematics and line diagrams
• Use systematic troubleshooting methods to diagnose machine failures and complete repairs
• Disassemble, assemble, remove, and install hydraulic components and systems
• Rebuild pistons, vanes, gear pumps, and motors

Technician Proficiencies

• Mechanical assembly and fabrication
• Mechanical maintenance and repair of unfamiliar equipment
• Electrical control assembly and troubleshooting
• Metal fabrication and welding
• Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting and installation
• Plumbing experience including welded and threaded piping, copper sweat-fitting, and glued piping systems

Leadership & Professional Requirements

• Ability to lead and direct a small team of 3-5 technicians when required
• Strong follow-up skills to ensure jobs are completed thoroughly and efficiently
• Ability to utilize modern technology, including mobile work order systems and digital communication tools
• Capable of completing accurate and detailed paperwork, including work orders and service documentation
• Excellent customer service skills and professional communication

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and clean DMV record
• 5 years verifiable experiance
• Must be insurable
• Pass a drug screening
• Available for unscheduled overtime
• Reliable transportation
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Fluent in English

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work extended hours, including early mornings or overtime as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veterans Encouraged to Apply