Maintenance Tech (Industrial Mechanic) - 1st Shift

J.B. Poindexter & Co.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Safety equipment discount program

Paid training and development

Job summary

Reading Truck in Reading, PA is seeking a Maintenance Tech (Industrial Mechanic) for 1st shift to keep production equipment running. You will perform preventive maintenance on fabrication machinery, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, conveyors, welding machines, and coating lines to ensure smooth operations.

The role requires diagnosing and repairing malfunctions, installing equipment, wiring, and electronic components, and providing emergency repairs when needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with machine maintenance in an industrial setting is required.
• Basic industrial electrical knowledge.
• Ability to read prints and measuring devices accurately.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations in industry.
• Ability to climb, stand, bend, lift heavy objects in awkward spaces.
• Work in an industrial setting with exposure to fumes, dust, vibration, noise and high voltage with proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Observing and troubleshooting machinery malfunctions.
• Install machinery/equipment, assemble and repair wiring, electrical and mechanical components, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Repair or replace defective parts using hand and power tools.
• Provide regular preventative maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Provide emergency or unscheduled repairs as needed; may require OT or weekend work.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical knowledge

Read prints

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Tools

Cutting torch

Power tools

Measuring devices

Wiring/electrical components

Job description

Maintenance Tech (Industrial Mechanic) - 1st Shift

Reading, PA, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00 AM

How You Will Make an Impact

The industrial Maintenance Tech (Mechanic) is responsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on all production equipment including all fabrication equipment mechanical and hydraulic, conveyor systems, welding machines, e-coating and powder coating systems.

The Nuts and Bolts

• Responsible for observing and troubleshooting machinery malfunctions
• Must be able to install machinery/equipment, assemble and repair wiring, electronic and electrical components, plumbing, piping, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Responsible for repairing / replacing defective or faulty equipment parts using hand tools and power tools
• Provides regular preventative maintenance on machines and equipment
• Provide emergency or unscheduled repairs if needed - possibly requiring OT or weekend work

Required Credentials

• Prior experience with machine maintenance in an industrial setting is required
• Basic industrial electrical knowledge
• Ability to properly use a cutting torch, read and follow prints, and accurately read all types of measuring devices
• General knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations in industry
• Ability to climb, stand, bend, lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces
• Ability to work in an industrial setting with exposure to fumes, dust, vibration, noise, heavy machinery, high voltage with the use of appropriate protective / safety equipment. Non temperature controlled environment

How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America .

Some of Our Total Rewards

• We offer big company perks with small company culture:
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.