Mechanic Iii

American Greetings Corporation; Osceola (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanic III to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing mechanical equipment, ensuring optimal operation of machinery. Your expertise will be critical in dismantling and reassembling machines, as well as installing new equipment as plant layouts change. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will directly contribute to the efficiency and productivity of the operations. If you are passionate about mechanics and thrive in hands-on roles, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing and repairing mechanical equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair plant equipment malfunctions.
• Dismantle and reassemble machines for repairs.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical issues

Repairing machinery

Using hand tools

Reassembling machines

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in mechanics

Tools

Hand tools

Parts manuals

Job description

Mechanic III
1st shift: 6:30am - 2:30pm

The Mechanic III is responsible for diagnosing, examining, and repairing plant equipment that malfunctions. The role involves dismantling machines primarily using hand tools, replacing, fitting, or repairing broken, worn, or defective parts with items from stock or by ordering replacements. The Mechanic III will re-assemble machines, making necessary adjustments for proper operation, and install new machinery or heavy equipment as plant layouts change. The work is performed under the supervision of the Head Mechanic and Maintenance Supervisor.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Examine machines and mechanical equipment to diagnose issues.
2. Dismantle or partially dismantle machines to perform repairs, mainly using hand tools.
3. Replace needed parts with items from stock or order replacements from parts manuals, blueprints, and catalogs.
4. Re-assemble machines, ensuring proper adjustments for optimal operation.
5. Install new machines and heavy equipment following approved methods.
6. Dismantle and install machinery or heavy equipment during plant layout changes.

Physical Demands:

• Climbing ladders and stairs
• Lifting heavy objects
• Pulling and pushing

Work Environment:

• Dirty, greasy, oily, and dusty conditions