Maintenance Mechanic

Amsted Rail Company Inc; Keokuk (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Amsted Rail – Griffin Wheel in Keokuk, IA is seeking an Industrial Mechanic to install, maintain, repair, dismantle and reassemble machinery in an industrial setting.

The role requires precise work to avoid strain in complex mechanical systems, plus the ability to work with little supervision and perform preventative maintenance documentation.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least five years of verifiable maintenance experience; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience.
• Must be able to pass screening and skills tests.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, dismantle and reassemble machinery.
• Work with precision to avoid introducing strain into mechanical systems.
• Record data and track preventative maintenance information.
• Occasional overtime and weekend work as required.

Skills

Welding

Machinery alignment

Bearings and gears fit

Scaffolding and lifts

Forklift certification

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Amsted Rail – Griffin Wheel, the leading manufacturer of railroad wheels in North America, is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Industrial Mechanic for our Keokuk, IA foundry.

The Mechanic position installs, maintains, repairs, dismantles, and reassembles machinery in industrial and construction settings. Their work must be precise so as not to introduce strain into complex mechanical systems.

Skills

• Welding
• Machinery alignment, installation, repair
• Precise fitting of bearings, gears and shafts, motors, couplings
• Scaffolding, Operate JLG’s, Scissor lifts and perform mechanical repairs from these devices
• Lift trucks/forklift certification
• Equipment and Mechanical System Troubleshooting, problem solving and repair
• Material handling, SDS and the ability to follow safety procedures and work safely

Must be able to work without direct supervision, be a self-starter, pay attention to details including accurate data collection/entry and tracking of preventative maintenance information.

Hours of work will be on an off shift with daily and weekend overtime as required. The ideal candidates will have advanced schooling and/or 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete screening and skills tests.

Amsted Rail’s Equal Opportunity Statement:

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and any other basis covered by federal, state, or local law.

Behaviors (Preferred)

• Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations (Preferred)

• Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education (Required)

• High School or better.

Experience (Preferred)

• 5 years: Industrial Maintenance Experience

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.