Maintenance Mechanic

Active Consulting Services LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A professional maintenance firm is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Baltimore, Maryland. In this full-time role, you will maintain and repair machinery in a food processing environment, ensuring optimal operation of complex systems. Duties include troubleshooting and repairing automated equipment, conducting preventative maintenance, and collaborating with other technicians. Ideal candidates possess strong mechanical and electrical skills, and a background in manufacturing is preferred. Salary ranges from $35.00 to $40.00 per hour, with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining and repairing machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.
• Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of machinery to identify defects.
• Troubleshoot and repair automated processing equipment.
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance to minimize breakdowns.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical diagrams.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical systems

Electrical system repair

Preventative maintenance

Understanding of safety standards

Blueprint interpretation

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting equipment

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Shift: 2nd, 3rd Shift

Industry: Food Processing / Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you are directly responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery, equipment, and systems in a food processing environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of machinery and equipment to identify defects such as breakage or excessive wear
• Troubleshoot and repair production or processing equipment, with a focus on modern automated systems
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues, implement effective solutions, and ensure compliance with safety standards during all maintenance activities
• Identify and respond to unusual machine noises or malfunctions to prevent downtime
• Work closely with fellow maintenance technicians and engineering staff to resolve technical problems
• Dismantle malfunctioning equipment and install new or repaired components as needed
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain parts including shafts, bearings, and gears to ensure smooth operation
• Support operation and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic, ammonia, and other critical systems
• Install and repair electrical components such as transformers, breakers, switches, receptacles, and machine wiring
• Maintain and repair the physical structures of production equipment and facilities
• Operate welding and cutting equipment for repair and fabrication tasks
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize unexpected breakdowns
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, showing initiative and self-motivation

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Job function

Manufacturing; Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Base pay range: $35.00/hr - $40.00/hr