Maintenance Mechanic - Weekend Shift

MetalX LLC; Auburn Junction (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MetalX LLC in Auburn, Indiana is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our shredding operations with a 36-hour workweek paid for 40 hours.

Starting on 1st shift, Monday–Friday, with plans to add a weekend schedule soon. You will troubleshoot, maintain, repair equipment, complete maintenance documentation, and communicate status to supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school training preferred.
• 3–5 years of maintenance mechanic experience in industrial or scrap/recycling settings.
• Solid knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical fundamentals, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance and routine inspections.
• Follow dress code and wear PPE as required.
• Work independently with limited supervision while meeting safety expectations.
• Prepare and maintain work orders, purchase orders, tool orders, and daily log.
• Inspect and troubleshoot conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Perform welding, grinding, and weld setup to support maintenance.
• Set up, dismantle, and reassemble machinery for maintenance and repair.
• Support housekeeping standards in the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Troubleshooting ability

Tools from provided list

PPE use

Welding and grinding

Conveying systems

Hydraulic systems

PLCs

OT/weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school training preferred

Job description

NEW SHIFT OPPORTUNITY – WORK 36 HOURS, GET PAID FOR 40!

MetalX is expanding our shredding operations to 7 days a week, and we're looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team in Auburn, Indiana!

This position will initially work 1st Shift, Monday–Friday, with plans to transition to an exciting new weekend schedule in the near future!

• Work Friday–Sunday – Just 3 Days a Week!
• Shift Hours: 3:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Work 36 Hours, Get Paid for 40!
• Enjoy 4 Days Off Every Week!

That's right! Work just 3 days a week, get paid for 40 hours, and enjoy 4 days off every week!

The Maintenance Mechanic handles inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment. The position also requires completion and retention of required maintenance documentation and regular communication with the Maintenance Supervisor and/or lead person about equipment status and repair needs.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment, including loaders, shears, grapples, skid steers, forklifts, and tractors/trailers. Use of 5-Y preferred.
2. Perform daily preventive maintenance and routine equipment inspections as needed.
3. Follow company dress code requirements and wear always needed personal protective equipment.
4. Work independently with limited supervision while meeting performance and safety expectations.
5. Prepare and keep required documentation, including work orders, purchase order requests, and tool orders and daily work log.
6. Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot conveyor systems, hydraulic systems, and PLC-controlled equipment.
7. Perform welding, grinding, and weld setup in support of maintenance and repair activities.
8. Set up, dismantle, and reassemble machinery as needed for maintenance and repair.
9. Support and maintain housekeeping standards set forth by management within the work area.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Skills

1. Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across maintenance, production, scale, shipping, and plant leadership teams.
2. Demonstrated troubleshooting capability in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems in a scrap processing, industrial, or heavy-equipment environment.
3. Possess minimum required tools from provided list.
4. Use of proper PPE as required per job function.
5. Experience with welding and grinding and fabricating parts.
6. Knowledge of conveying systems, hydraulic systems, PLCs.
7. Availability to work overtime, weekends, as business needs require.

Education/Experience

1. High school diploma or GED needed; trade school training preferred.
2. 3 to 5 years of experience in maintenance mechanic work.
3. Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical fundamentals, and industrial troubleshooting required.

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and work in active maintenance environments for extended periods.
2. Ability to climb on and around mobile and stationary equipment as needed to inspect, troubleshoot, and support repairs.
3. Ability to work safely in scrap recycling and industrial yard conditions, including uneven surfaces, outdoor exposure, and changing weather conditions.