Maintenance Mechanic

greif; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Short-term incentive

Job summary

Greif is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. The role requires reading manuals and diagrams, using hand tools and instruments, and completing repairs to ensure equipment reliability.

Typical candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of relevant experience. The company emphasizes strong problem-solving, teamwork, and adherence to safety policies in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, and work orders.
• Demonstrates ability to operate machines, hand-tools and electrical equipment.
• Shows strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensures reliability of machinery and equipment by performing preventive maintenance.
• Performs mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair.
• Reads manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Uses tools to measure parts and diagnose changes in dimensions.
• Adheres to plant safety policies and participates in safety programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Electrical equipment

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic (Open)

Job Requisition #: 034822

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures reliability of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
• Performs tasks including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, PLC, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of equipment.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals, diagrams, sketches, engineering specifications, and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Uses hand tools and measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements of parts.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hand and power tools.
• Adheres to all plant safety policies. Participates in plant-wide safety, housekeeping, Operational Excellence, and Lean Manufacturing programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates ability to operate machines, hand-tools and electrical equipment.
• Possesses an operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Demonstrates ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and work orders.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills with practical, mechanical, and electrical aptitude.
• Possesses basic troubleshooting experience and proven skills in machine repair.
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow directions and work well in a team.
• Welding, machining and fabrication experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $24.18 - $41.20 annually. Typically a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $33.12 and $33.12. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic.

For more information read Greif's Equal Opportunity Policy: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf