Maintenance Mechanic- 2nd Shift

Gellert Global Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Accident & long-term disability ins.

Flexible spending accounts

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Job summary

Gellert Global Group is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance on facilities, buildings, and equipment. The role requires reading blueprints, operating a forklift, and diagnosing machine issues under general supervision.

The position emphasizes GMP/SOP adherence, flexibility in hours, and strong communication. Join a team focused on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement across facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years experience in related field.
• General knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics and PLC.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to read blueprints/diagrams.
• Willing to work flexible hours and shifts.
• Willing to be on call and respond to after-hour emergencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Attention to detail to ensure quality of work.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to keep machines and building systems running smoothly.
• Inspect, operate and test machinery to diagnose malfunctions.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, gears and other parts.
• Repair or replace defective parts using hand and power tools.
• Move and assist in transportation of furniture and equipment.
• Follow GMP, SOP and safety rules; maintain compliance.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Experience in field

Read blueprints/diagrams

Forklift operation

Electrical/plumbing basics

Welding/hydraulics/pneumatics

PLC knowledge

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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This is a 2nd shift position, Monday through Friday 3pm-11pm. Hours may vary based on business need.

Summary/Objective:

The Maintenance Mechanic's job is to perform routine and extensive range of work in the repair and general maintenance of facilities, buildings, and equipment under general supervision. The responsibilities are to execute work within established procedures and processes, with both verbal and written instructions.

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearing gears and other parts of machinery.
• Repair and replace defective equipment parts, using hand tools, power tools and reassemble equipment.
• Move and assist in transportation of furniture and equipment.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and other health and safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years experience in related field.
• General knowledge of various types of mechanical equipment.
• General knowledge of electrical engineering, plumbing, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics and PLC.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams.
• Willing to work flexible hours and shifts.
• Willing to be on call and respond to after-hour emergencies.
• Communicate efficiently and fluently in both written and verbal forms.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.
• Attention to details to ensure quality of work.

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following subject to your location and role.

Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts

Wealth: Competitive pay, annual bonus opportunity, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program

Happiness:

• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to your location and role)
• Team Building: Employee engagement and recognition programs, wellness, philanthropic and DE&I initiatives, Company-sponsored celebrations, and team-building events

The Gellert Global Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state, or local law. Gellert Global Group is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].