Maintenance Mechanic 1st shift

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense in O’Fallon, Missouri, seeks a skilled maintenance mechanic to maintain and repair machinery. In this role, you will ensure equipment operates in top condition and perform troubleshooting when needed.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience in maintenance and is well-versed in safety protocols, machine inspections, and repairs. You’ll work collaboratively in a dynamic environment to meet safety and operational goals.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of previous maintenance mechanic experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safety codes and electrical circuits is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and service.
• Tackle advanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical circuit repair

Customer service

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Description

As a maintenance mechanic you will install, repair, and maintain machinery and equipment, including building and maintaining mechanical systems using a variety of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, inspect, install, and test new pieces of equipment to ensure they are in good working order.
• Troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs when equipment malfunctions.
• Ensure machinery and equipment are in excellent operating condition through regular maintenance and inspections.

Job Tasks

• Complete and perform maintenance repairs/work orders.
• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance and service for each piece of equipment.
• Inspect machines regularly for signs of malfunctions, including visual and sound inspections.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions.
• Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment.
• Perform boiler maintenance and troubleshooting, including safety, functionality, and controls.
• Conduct advanced system troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical.
• Provide excellent internal customer service.
• Set up and install high‑speed mechanical seals.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical circuit issues, electro‑pneumatic systems, control systems, and motor control circuits.
• Complete and record required daily wastewater tests.
• Ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost requirements are met.

Safety & Compliance

• Lock out/tag out procedures.
• Fall protection and emergency evacuation procedures.
• Inspect, wear, and maintain appropriate PPE.
• Ladder safety.
• Spill containment and clean‑up.
• Confined space entry.
• NFPA 70e compliance.
• Arc flash safety.
• Food Defense and GMP requirements.

Requirements

• Computer and microprocessor experience preferred (Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of safety codes, electrical circuits, plant food safety requirements, NFPA 70e, isolation and elimination of energy sources.
• 2–5 years of previous maintenance mechanic experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

AFB International is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.