Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Channell Commercial Corporatio; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Channell is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support plastics and metals operations. You will troubleshoot, repair, and improve equipment, while maintaining safe, clean work areas and following company policies. Experience in manufacturing is required.

The role requires 3–5 years of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills, plus strong problem-solving and communication abilities. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Effective communication and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute preventative maintenance on production lines to minimize downtime.
• Perform reactive maintenance to repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement improvements.
• Disassemble/assemble machines and conduct tear downs as needed.
• Coordinate with team members to meet daily production schedules.
• Start up and shut down production equipment safely; operate forklift as required.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards; follow SDS and ISO guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Founded by the Channell family in 1922, Channell is a global designer, manufacturer, and seller of outside plant infrastructure equipment. The markets served by Channell are Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV, among others. Major product lines include a complete line of thermoplastic and metal fabricated enclosures, fiber optic cable connection and management systems and high performance below grade vaults.JOB SUMMARY:The Maintenance Mechanic position maintains, troubleshoots issues, fixes, and improves equipment used in plastics and metals operations. Maintains good housekeeping in any area assigned and ensures that all company policies and safety rules are followed on any shift positioned.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Execute preventative maintenance according to the schedule to minimize equipment downtime. Complete reactive maintenance on production lines to recover from equipment failures by repairing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.Use troubleshooting skills to identify and solve equipment improvements.Complete machine tear down/repair and assembly.Work with team members and operators to ensure the daily production schedule is met.Start up and shut down all production equipment and systems.Conduct equipment inspections and verification of proper working condition.Safely operate a forklift.Complete other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules.Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).ISO sections pertaining to the position.QUALIFICATIONS:3-5 years of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills. Electrical skills are a plus.MUST have 3 years or more of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.High School diploma or equivalent.Effective communication skills, as well as strong problem solving and decision-making skills.Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Ability to lift up to 30 / 50 pounds.Ability to climb, pull, push, bend, stool, kneel, and lift.Wear proper personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, steel toe boots, and high visibility uniform.Capacity to work overtime as needed.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and working conditions requirement indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.Physical Demands: Standing, sitting and walking (up to continuously); bend/stoop, twist neck and torso (frequently); reach, hold, grasp, push, pull, lift/carry raw material, finished product, tools and machinery up to 30 / 50 pounds (frequently); use seeing, hearing, and speaking.Working Conditions: Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to temperatures commensurate with outdoor seasonal temperatures.