Maintenance Mechanic

Veritiv Corporation; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Veritiv is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support manufacturing operations in Union City, CA. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and facility systems to maximize uptime while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, disassembly and repair of components, lubrication, and testing equipment. On-call shifts and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of related job experience.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Must be highly motivated, flexible and deadline driven.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examine form and texture or parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repair or replace defective parts. Install special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricate and clean parts.
• Start devices to test its performance.
• Set up and operate drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Initiate purchase request for parts and machines.
• Repairs electrical equipment.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Repair and maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Drill press

Grinder

Metalworking tools

Job description

Job Purpose:

Our Maintenance Mechanic will be supporting manufacturing operations by performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs on production machinery and facility systems. This role ensures equipment reliability and efficiency to minimize downtime and maintain consistent production output, while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Maintenance Mechanic plays a key role in optimizing manufacturing performance and sustaining a safe working environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Observe mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
Examine form and texture or parts to detect imperfections.
Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
Repair or replace defective parts. Install special functional and structural parts in devices.
Lubricate and clean parts.
Start devices to test its performance.
Set up and operate drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
Initiate purchase request for parts and machines.
Repairs electrical equipment.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:

• May work day, evening, night, or rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• On-call availability may be required for emergency maintenance needs.

Work Experience:

5-10 years of related job experience.

Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

Must be highly motivated, flexible and deadline driven.

Strong problem-solving and attention to detail skills are required.

Education:

High School Diploma/GED

Able to work in the following Working Conditions that may be Infrequent, Occasionally, Frequent, or Continuously:

• Inside and Outside
• Extreme cold, hot, and humid weather
• Confined space
• Noise level above 85 db
• Vibration/hand-arms
• Exposure to fumes, odors, mists, dust, grease
• Mechanical and Electrical Hazards
• Moving Objects
• Working on ladders/scaffolding
• Additional working conditions, when needed.

Physical Requirements that may be Infrequent, Occasionally, Frequent, or Continuously:

• Standing and walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, squatting, kneeling, repeated bending, crawling, balancing above ground, reach/work above shoulder level, lie on back, twist at waist, finger/hand movement - repetitive, neck flexion, good hearing and visual capabilities.
• Additional physical requirements, when needed.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full-service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.comand connect with the Company on LinkedIn.