Maintenance Lead - 3rd Shift

Bell & Evans; Fredericksburg (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation and holidays

Stable, family-owned company with a...

Opportunity for career growth andAdv

Ongoing technical training and develop

Safety-focused work environment

Hands-on experience with a wide var...

Job summary

Bell & Evans is seeking a skilled Maintenance Lead to keep our production line running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This hands-on leadership role covers repairs, preventive maintenance, and daily maintenance operations, with a focus on safety and teamwork.

You will troubleshoot equipment, diagnose issues, disassemble as needed, and guide a maintenance team under the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure minimal downtime and high quality output.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or production equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand technical instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to lead a maintenance team and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment to keep production moving.
• Perform preventative maintenance and daily maintenance operations.
• Lead and support maintenance team; communicate concerns to supervisor.
• Operate machine shop equipment to fabricate or repair parts.
• Attend technical training to stay current with company technology and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Safety oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance Lead Full-Time | Weekly Pay | Full Benefits Schedule: Sunday - Thursday | 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Join the company that is 100% committed to moving the bar higher. Your future belongs at the home of the Excellent Chicken.

Bell & Evans is seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Lead to help keep our production operation running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, solving problems, and helping a maintenance team succeed.

As a Maintenance Lead, you will take an active role in equipment repairs, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and daily maintenance operations. You will help ensure work is completed safely and efficiently while supporting the Maintenance Supervisor and maintenance team.

Why Bell & Evans?

• Competitive pay


• Weekly pay


• Comprehensive benefits package


• Paid vacation and holidays


• Stable, family‑owned company with a strong reputation


• Opportunity for career growth and advancement


• Ongoing technical training and development


• Safety‑focused work environment


• Hands‑on experience with a wide variety of industrial equipment

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Lead, you will help maintain and repair the machinery and equipment that keeps our production operation moving.

Key responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment by observing operation and identifying the source of problems


• Diagnose equipment issues and determine the appropriate repair


• Disassemble equipment to access defective or damaged components


• Inspect parts for wear, damage, and other imperfections


• Repair or replace defective parts and components


• Adjust equipment and control instruments to ensure proper operation


• Install new equipment and replacement components as needed


• Perform preventative maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning of equipment


• Test equipment after repairs to ensure proper performance


• Repair and maintain electrical equipment


• Operate machine shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other tools to fabricate or repair parts


• Assist with ordering parts, equipment, and supplies needed for maintenance repairs


• Help prioritize maintenance work and communicate equipment concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor


• Support maintenance team members with troubleshooting, repairs, and daily work assignments


• Promote safe work practices and immediately address safety or quality concerns


• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance work environment


• Attend technical training, vocational programs, and specialized training to stay current with company technology and equipment


• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will have:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills


• The ability to diagnose problems and determine effective solutions


• Experience working with industrial machinery and production equipment


• The ability to work independently while also supporting and leading a maintenance team


• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills


• A commitment to safety, quality, and reliability


• The willingness to continue developing technical skills and knowledge


• The ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and team members

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred


• Previous maintenance experience or technical training preferred


• Experience with mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or production equipment is a plus


• Ability to read and understand technical instructions, safety procedures, and equipment documentation


• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division


• Ability to participate in technical training and specialized maintenance programs

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent walking, standing, reaching, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and working around industrial equipment. The Maintenance Lead must be comfortable using lifts and working in various positions to safely access equipment.

Candidates must be able to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds. The position also requires the ability to use hands and fingers to handle tools and equipment and the ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to troubleshoot and repair machinery.

Lead the Work. Keep Production Moving.

At Bell & Evans, our maintenance team plays a critical role in keeping our operation running safely and efficiently. As a Maintenance Lead, your technical skills, problem‑solving ability, and leadership will help keep equipment reliable and support the team around you.