Maintenance Mechanic

Jobot; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation based on exp.

Stable company with long-term growth

Hands-on role with variety and tech

Collaborative team environment

Benefits package available

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support production operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving industrial machinery and mechanical systems. This role is critical to minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment reliability in a safe, efficient production environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience, reads electrical/mechanical drawings, and can work independently with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and maintenance documentation.
• Working knowledge of wiring, conduit, and industrial piping installation.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues and identify root causes of mechanical failures.
• Repair or replace defective components using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and measuring instruments.
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Adjust machine settings and operating parameters for optimal performance.
• Support molding machine operations, including setup adjustments and troubleshooting.
• Repair EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) and related automation components.
• Install and maintain conduit, wiring, copper piping, and PVC piping.
• Use testing equipment such as voltage/ohm meters, micrometers, calipers, and other precision tools.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and assist with ordering replacement components.
• Document maintenance activities in computerized maintenance systems.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors and service technicians when needed.
• Promote workplace safety and maintain a clean, organized maintenance area.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repair

Reading schematics

Industrial equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Hoists

Measuring instruments

Wiring & piping installation

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic Opportunity / $30-$35 Per Hour Depending On Experience / Great Benefits & Growth Opportunity

Jobot Job is hosted by: Jack Campbell

Salary: $30 - $35 per hour

A bit about us

A well-established plastics manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to support production operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving industrial machinery and mechanical systems. This role is critical to minimizing downtime, ensuring equipment reliability, and supporting a safe, efficient production environment.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Stable company with long-term growth opportunity
• Hands-on role with variety and technical challenges
• Collaborative team environment
• Benefits package available

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and related equipment
• Diagnose equipment issues and identify root causes of mechanical failures
• Repair or replace defective components using hand tools, power tools, hoists, and measuring instruments
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Adjust machine settings and operating parameters for optimal performance
• Support molding machine operations, including setup adjustments and troubleshooting
• Repair EOAT (End of Arm Tooling) and related automation components
• Install and maintain conduit, wiring, copper piping, and PVC piping
• Use testing equipment such as voltage/ohm meters, micrometers, calipers, and other precision tools
• Maintain spare parts inventory and assist with ordering replacement components
• Document maintenance activities in computerized maintenance systems
• Coordinate with equipment vendors and service technicians when needed
• Promote workplace safety and maintain a clean, organized maintenance area

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings
• Experience with preventive maintenance systems and maintenance documentation
• Working knowledge of wiring, conduit, and industrial piping installation
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks

Preferred Experience

• Plastic injection molding or automated manufacturing equipment experience
• Exposure to robotics or automated tooling systems
• Familiarity with continuous improvement practices

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.