Maintenance Technician

Gilder Search Group; New Carlisle (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Indiana to join our maintenance team. This full-time role supports safe, efficient operations by maintaining and improving production equipment and facility systems.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, hands-on troubleshooting skills, and a basic understanding of electrical systems. Ability to work independently and prioritize safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background and hands-on troubleshooting experience.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment including conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Diagnose equipment failures and identify root causes.
• Perform equipment adjustments, lubrication, and part replacements.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Electrical troubleshooting: identify faulty components and use a multimeter.
• Assist with basic electrical components and controls.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, manuals, and basic electrical schematics.
• Complete preventive maintenance tasks per established schedules.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Communicate issues and repairs to the maintenance team and operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document parts used.
• Follow safety policies, OSHA requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with installations, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance to improve equipment reliability.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical basics

Reading schematics

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Schedule: 2-2-3 rotating schedule, 12-hour shifts
Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join our maintenance team. This position is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production equipment and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical background, hands‑on troubleshooting experience, and a basic understanding of electrical systems. This role requires someone who can work independently, respond effectively to equipment issues, and prioritize safety and equipment reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment.


• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment, including conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, bearings, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and other industrial machinery.


• Diagnose equipment failures and identify the root cause of mechanical problems.


• Perform equipment adjustments, alignments, lubrication, and component replacement.


• Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring tools, and other maintenance equipment safely and effectively.


• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting, including identifying faulty components, checking connections, and using a multimeter.


• Assist with troubleshooting motors, sensors, switches, solenoids, and other basic electrical components.


• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and basic electrical schematics.


• Complete preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules.


• Respond promptly to production equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime.


• Communicate equipment issues and completed repairs to the maintenance team and operations.


• Maintain accurate maintenance records and document repairs and parts used.


• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and lockout/tagout procedures.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.


• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and continuous improvement projects.


• Work closely with production and other maintenance personnel to improve equipment reliability.