MECHANIC INTERN

WELLS; Town of Brighton (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Wells in the United States is seeking a Mechanic Intern to support the maintenance team with inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on diesel and heavy equipment. This entry-level role offers hands-on learning and a safety-focused work environment.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a technical program or recent graduates who are curious, dependable, and committed to building mechanical skills while learning industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a technical program in diesel, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, including diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical components.
• Familiarity with tools, equipment, and introductory diagnostic techniques.
• Exposure to maintenance of heavy equipment or manufacturing systems through coursework or training.
• Strong attention to detail with developing troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Bilingual skills preferred but not required.
• Ability to work both independently with guidance and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in varying conditions, including occasional evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on diesel and heavy equipment.
• Support troubleshooting efforts to identify mechanical issues and determine repair needs.
• Help maintain and service engines, brakes, hydraulic systems, and other components.
• Record maintenance activities and ensure accurate documentation of completed work.
• Follow all safety guidelines, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with ordering parts and managing inventory for repair needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support timely repairs.
• Provide assistance during urgent or emergency repair situations as needed.

Skills

Motivated

Curious

Dependable

Safety‑conscious

Adaptable

Team‑oriented

Committed

Education

Technical program in diesel/heavy equipment/industrial maintenance

Job description

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

Join our team!

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The Mechanic Intern supports the maintenance team by assisting with inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on heavy equipment and vehicles. This role provides hands‑on experience to develop mechanical skills while learning industry best practices. Success requires a strong willingness to learn, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and teamwork.

Salary range $27/hour.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company‑paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non‑union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist with routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on diesel and heavy equipment.
• Support troubleshooting efforts to identify mechanical issues and determine repair needs.
• Help maintain and service engines, brakes, hydraulic systems, and other components.
• Record maintenance activities and ensure accurate documentation of completed work.
• Follow all safety guidelines, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with ordering parts and managing inventory for repair needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support timely repairs.
• Provide assistance during urgent or emergency repair situations as needed.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a motivated student or recent graduate eager to gain hands‑on experience in mechanical maintenance. They are curious, dependable, and safety‑conscious, with a strong interest in learning and developing technical skills. This individual is adaptable, team‑oriented, and committed to building a career in the mechanical or heavy equipment field.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a technical program in diesel, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, including diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical components.
• Familiarity with tools, equipment, and introductory diagnostic techniques.
• Exposure to maintenance of heavy equipment or manufacturing systems through coursework or training.
• Strong attention to detail with developing troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Bilingual skills preferred but not required.
• Ability to work both independently with guidance and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work in varying conditions, including occasional evenings or weekends.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job‑related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.