Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

JM Eagle; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

JM Eagle in Visalia, CA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support PVC pipe production. The role requires hands-on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding knowledge, with the ability to read schematics and diagnose equipment issues.

The position involves operating forklifts and other machines, performing preventive maintenance, and working with a self-managed team to ensure production targets are met. A high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of related experience are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1–3 years related experience or training.
• Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding knowledge required.
• Ability to read schematics in related areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move equipment safely.
• Replace faulty electrical components and install pumps and motors.
• Perform electrical preventive maintenance on extrusion equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform repairs.
• Work in a self-managed team and attend safety trainings.

Skills

Forklift operation

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Pumps and motors

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: VISALIA, CA 93291

Salary Range: $33.80 - $33.80 Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Works at following and promoting company safety rules and policies and following accepted safe work practices.
• Safely operate forklifts to move equipment and materials to and from the production areas, scales, warehouse, ect.
• Safely operate the man-lift and observe weight and height limits.
• Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, and motors and position sensing devices.
• Installs new pumps, motors and various other production equipment
• Know the proper use of voltage testing equipment.
• Start devices to test their performance.
• Set up and operate drill press, hydraulic press and cut off saw. Use various other hand and shop tools to make and repair parts and equipment.
• Fabricate new equipment or modify existing equipment to meet production requirements.
• Possess essential mechanical skills to be able to trouble shoot equipment malfunctions and to be able to make proper repairs.
• Perform electrical preventative maintenance on extrusion equipment and other related fields as needed.
• Know the basic extrusion process and assist the production department in all aspects of PVC pipe manufacture.
• Supply your own hand tools.
• Communicate well with other employees and operators to determine repair problems needed.
• Assist other employees when needed and work successfully in a self-managed work team.
• Be a self starter and perform duties with little direct supervision.
• Attend required training sessions, wear the required safety equipment such as hearing protection, safety glasses, and other safety equipment that might be required for certain jobs or tasks.
• Be willing to learn new tasks and take on individual responsibilities.
• Be willing to be on call and work various shifts if necessary.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1-3 year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding knowledge is required, with the ability to read schematics in all related areas.

Computer Skills

Experience with computers and basic keyboarding skills.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages. Ability to work with the metric system.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in changing situations. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to make accurate and timely decisions in a stressful environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb stairs, and to climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The employee regularly works near moving mechanical and hydraulic equipment. The employee normally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JM Eagle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.”

JM Eagle complies with all applicable state and federal fair employment laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

JM Eagle provides reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location

In person