Mechanic I – Entry Level

Jobtailor; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Decatur, AL is seeking a maintenance technician to keep production equipment running. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment failures, and replace worn parts using hoists, cranes, and precision tools.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Ideal candidates read measuring instruments well, hold a valid driver license, and bring prior industrial maintenance experience to ensure smooth operation and reduced

Qualifications

• Current, valid driver license.
• Ability to read and interpret measuring instruments.
• Preferred candidates will have previous industrial/mechanical maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery by completing preventive maintenance on production machines and following manuals and specs.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and identifies sources of problems using precision measuring tools.
• Removes defective parts using hoists, cranes, and hand/power tools.
• Adjusts components by inspecting used parts with calipers and micrometers.
• Minimizes downtime with effective routine maintenance techniques.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment in compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Contributes to team efforts by delivering related results as needed.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Precision measurement

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Hoists

Cranes

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices, using hoists, cranes, hand and power tools.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements and adjusts functional parts of equipment by inspecting used parts, using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Controls downtime through use of effective routine preventive maintenance techniques.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently to accomplish job results.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• Current, valid driver license
• Ability to read and interpret measuring instruments
• Preferred candidates will possess previous industrial/mechanical maintenance experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery and mechanical equipment, utilizing precision measuring instruments and adhering to safety regulations. Proficient in dismantling devices and adjusting functional parts to ensure optimal operation.

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver License

Tools & Technologies

• Hoists
• Cranes
• Hand Tools
• Power Tools
• Calipers
• Micrometers