Maintenance Mechanic

ZipRecruiter; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in East Rutherford is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform corrective and preventative maintenance to maximize equipment uptime. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, at least two years of experience in an industrial setting, and the ability to troubleshoot various mechanical and electrical issues. Responsibilities include responding to maintenance requests and completing daily inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift, including overtime and some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, or instrumental issues.
• Complete daily inspections and paperwork.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Welders

Forklifts

Drill presses

Job description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Perform corrective and preventative maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and minimize downtime. Respond to maintenance requests, troubleshoot and repair equipment problems. Inform the maintenance Team Leader when additional resources are needed. Complete daily inspections and all required paperwork. Unsecure and secure the plant as necessary. Additional tasks may be assigned to achieve goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance.
• Respond to maintenance requests.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, or instrumental issues, including adjustments, parts replacement, lubrication, teardown, rebuilding, etc.
• Complete daily inspections and paperwork.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Note: Maintenance technicians must have their own tools.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years' experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in an industrial environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, use hand tools, welders, torches, meters, and other tools. Experience with drill presses, hand trucks, forklifts, reading blueprints and schematics, basic math, and understanding mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift, including overtime and some weekends.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. May work in low-temperature areas.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor conditions, noise levels requiring shouting, exposure to vibration, hazards including moving parts, electrical currents, scaffolding, high places, heat, cold, chemicals, fumes, dust, gases, and poor ventilation.