Maintenance Mechanic

Jobot; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for a Fortune 500 metals manufacturer in the United States. This role focuses on maintaining equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and supporting production goals in a high-output environment.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on mechanical systems, read drawings, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced operation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and production equipment.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission issues.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Support shutdowns, equipment rebuilds, installations, and capital projects.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with operations, electricians, and maintenance leadership to improve production performance.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and safe work practices.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Fortune 500 Metals Manufacturer

Salary: $26 - $32 per hour

A bit about us

Join a leading global manufacturer known for producing innovative products and solutions that support some of the world's most essential industries, including aerospace, automotive, infrastructure, construction, and advanced manufacturing.

For more than a century, this organization has built a reputation for operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Employees have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment where safety, technology, reliability, and employee development are top priorities.

Why join us

• Industry-leading compensation and benefits
• Strong commitment to safety and employee development
• Advanced manufacturing environment
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
• Stable, well-established organization with a global footprint

What You'll Do

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you'll play a critical role in maintaining equipment reliability and minimizing downtime while supporting production and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing and production equipment
• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission issues
• Conduct equipment inspections and identify opportunities to improve reliability
• Respond to unplanned equipment breakdowns and execute repairs efficiently
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals
• Support shutdowns, equipment rebuilds, installations, and capital projects
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work closely with operations, electricians, and maintenance leadership to improve production performance
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and safe work practices

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, processing, or production environment
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced operation

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical maintenance in a union manufacturing environment
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, motors, and power transmission systems
• Welding and fabrication experience
• Preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• CMMS experience
• Root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.