Maintenance Mechanic

Precision Fabrics Group; Vinton (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Fabrics Group is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain industrial equipment at our Vinton, VA facility. You will service forklifts, generators, pumps and motors, read schematics, and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

You will need hands-on experience with mechanical systems, hydraulics, and industrial equipment, along with the ability to work safely in a manufacturing setting and respond to work orders efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance or related field.
• Ability to read schematics, manuals and technical documents.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems, engines, hydraulics or industrial equipment.
• Safety-minded with ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, install, assemble, clean and lubricate industrial equipment.
• Maintain forklifts, trucks, generators, pumps and other equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems and lifts.
• Inspect gasoline/propane engines and electric motors.
• Perform preventive maintenance on major production and utility equipment.
• Diagnose equipment problems through inspection, testing and troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and manuals.
• Determine tools, parts and methods needed to complete work.
• Respond to maintenance work orders to minimize downtime.
• Identify shutdowns to prevent damage or injury.
• Recommend improvements to equipment reliability and reduce interruptions.
• Work safely and keep a clean, organized area.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical repair

Heavy equipment

Automotive

Reading schematics

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical test equipment

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Vinton, VA 24179Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 HourlyMAINTENANCE MECHANIC

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Troubleshoot, repair, install, assemble, clean, and lubricate industrial mechanical equipment
• Maintain forklifts, trucks, generators, pumps, and other powered equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, and lifts
• Inspect and maintain gasoline and propane engines and electric motors
• Perform preventive maintenance on major production and utility equipment
• Diagnose equipment problems through inspection, testing, and troubleshooting
• Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals
• Determine the appropriate tools, materials, parts, and repair methods needed to complete work
• Respond to maintenance work orders and help minimize production downtime
• Identify situations where equipment should be shut down to prevent damage, injury, or further problems
• Make recommendations to improve equipment reliability and reduce production interruptions
• Work safely while maintaining a clean and organized work area

YOU'LL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Have experience in industrial maintenance, mechanical repair, heavy equipment, automotive, or a related field
• Have hands-on experience with mechanical systems, machinery, engines, hydraulics, or industrial equipment
• Can read and understand schematics, and technical manuals
• Are comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical test equipment
• Can work independently and make sound decisions when equipment problems arise
• Take pride in doing quality work and getting equipment back into service safely
• Understand the importance of preventive maintenance
• Are safety-minded and able to work effectively in a manufacturing environment

EXPERIENCE WITH THESE IS A PLUS

• Industrial manufacturing or production equipment
• Forklifts and powered industrial trucks
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Pumps, compressors, conveyors, and motors
• Gasoline or propane engines
• Electrical motors and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Welding, fabrication, or machine-shop equipment
• Preventive maintenance programs

WHY PFG?

At Precision Fabrics Group, you'll work on real industrial equipment where your skills make a difference every day.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of machinery and systems—not just one piece of equipment. You'll troubleshoot problems, prevent breakdowns, make repairs, and help keep an entire manufacturing operation running.

If you like working with your hands, solving problems, and being the person who knows how to fix things, this could be the job for you.