Maintenance Mechanic I (Temporary Assignment)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic I for a temporary assignment in Lenexa, KS. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing production equipment in a busy manufacturing facility, with a strong emphasis on preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate brings a solid mechanical background and hands-on experience with industrial machinery, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and power transmission components.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance experience.
• Experience operating standard power tools, grinders, hoists, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Solid understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, pumps, overhead cranes, and power transmission components.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical equipment to minimize production downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Repair and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems.
• Inspect equipment for proper operation and identify potential maintenance concerns.
• Operate power tools, grinders, hoists, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments safely.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and repairs.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Follow all company safety policies and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Work closely with production personnel to support manufacturing operations.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

CNC machines

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Power tools

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic I (Temporary Assignment)

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic I for a temporary assignment supporting a busy manufacturing facility through the end of September. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled industrial maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and keeping production equipment operating at peak performance.

Location:Lenexa, KS
Employment Type: Temporary (Through End of November)
Work Conditions: Manufacturing / Industrial Facility
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Position Summary

The Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility machinery. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facility machinery


• Diagnose and repair mechanical equipment to minimize production downtime


• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment


• Repair and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems


• Inspect equipment for proper operation and identify potential maintenance concerns


• Operate power tools, grinders, hoists, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments safely


• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and repairs


• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation


• Follow all company safety policies and preventative maintenance procedures


• Work closely with production personnel to support manufacturing operations

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience


• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and preventative maintenance experience


• Experience operating standard power tools, grinders, hoists, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments


• Solid understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Pneumatic systems
  
  
  • Hydraulic systems
  
  
  • Pumps
  
  
  • Overhead cranes
  
  
  • Power transmission components (belts, pulleys, chains)
  
  
  
  


• Electrical troubleshooting and repair experience


• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics


• Reliable attendance and dependable work history

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on CNC machines is a plus but not required


• Manufacturing or industrial production environment experience


• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus

Skills Required

• Strong mechanical aptitude


• Electrical troubleshooting skills


• Preventative maintenance expertise


• Problem-solving and diagnostic abilities


• Attention to detail


• Ability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests


• Excellent communication and teamwork


• Commitment to workplace safety

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods


• Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds


• Comfortable working around machinery and manufacturing equipment


• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment

Why You'll Love This Position

• Excellent Pay – $30.00/hour


• Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off


• Immediate start available


• Gain experience supporting a busy manufacturing operation


• Opportunity to work on a variety of industrial equipment and systems