Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift (12:00am - 8:00am Monday - Friday) $31.71/hr. + $1.00/hr. Shift Differential

Atkore International; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Leave under federal, state, local law

Job summary

Atkore International is hiring a 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic based in New Bedford, MA. You will be responsible for preventive maintenance on motors, conveyors, and production machines, diagnosing issues, and ensuring safe operation of all mechanical systems.

The role requires 3+ years of maintenance experience with heavy machinery, basic tools, and the ability to work overtime as needed to support production demands.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Maintenance Mechanic experience with heavy machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Experience with motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Must have basic mechanic tools on site.
• Strong reading comprehension of instructions in English.
• Attention to detail and safety-conscious work habits.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safe operation of machinery and equipment by performing preventive maintenance on motors, conveyors, and production machines.
• Locates problems by observing equipment in operation and using measuring instruments.
• Removes defective parts and dismantles devices using hand and power tools.
• Inspects parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Maintains inventories and procures needed equipment and parts.
• Prepares maintenance reports and documents actions taken and trends.
• Collaborates with coworkers to meet productivity and site goals.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and adheres to regulations.

Skills

Maintenance expertise

Mechanical troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

English comprehension

Job description

Who we are:

Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work certified company and a three-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, consistent with our core values.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a 3rd Shift Maintenance Mechanic to be based out of New Bedford, MA.

What you'll do:

• Ensures the safe operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.


• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.


• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.


• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.


• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, and straightedges.


• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.


• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.


• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.


• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.


• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.


• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.


• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.


• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.


• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Must be available to work overtime on short notice.


• Collaborate with co-workers, supervisors, and managers to achieve productivity and site goals


• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

What you'll bring:

• 3+ years of Maintenance Mechanic experience with heavy machinery and mechanical equipment.


• Experience in maintenance and/or repair of motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.


• Experience with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.


• Must have basic mechanic tools on site.


• Must have technical understanding and knowledge.


• The ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions in English.


• Good understanding of basic math required for quick and accurate counting and calculations.


• Attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.


• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected event in a calm and logical manner.


• Must be able work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.


• Must be able to lift, pull, or push at least 50 lbs.


• Must be willing to work overtime as needed to support production requirements


• The ability to align with our core values - Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Excellence.

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete any required training.


• Have developed relationships within the department.


• Be well-versed in priorities and the importance of your role to daily operations.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $31.71. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance


• Life insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability insurance


• 401k


• Paid Time Off


• Paid holidays


• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.