Maintenance Technician — Mechanical & Electrical

U.S. Silica; Sparks, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Silica in Sparks, NV is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform intermediate maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment in a manufacturing setting.

This role requires performing preventive maintenance, inspecting equipment, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently. You'll start and test equipment after repairs, operate shop tools and forklifts, and assist with safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives to boost reliability and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–6 months of related maintenance experience and/or training.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• MSHA knowledge preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Observe, inspect, adjust, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical devices used in plant operations.
• Start and test equipment to verify proper operation after repairs.
• Examine equipment for signs of wear, heat, noise, vibration, or abnormalities.
• Lubricate, clean, and maintain machinery and equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other mobile equipment in support of maintenance, production, and shipping operations.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Repair skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Reading technical docs

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Forklift

Lathes

Drill presses

Grinders

Job description

U.S. Silica in Sparks, NV is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform intermediate maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment in a manufacturing setting.

This role requires performing preventive maintenance, inspecting equipment, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently. You'll start and test equipment after repairs, operate shop tools and forklifts, and assist with safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives to boost reliability and