Mechanical Foreman

Jobot; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Fuquay-Varina, NC is seeking a Lead Mechanical Crews on high impact industrial projects. You will lead daily maintenance, repair, and installation activities for assigned crews, coordinating contractors to ensure safety and efficiency, while mentoring skilled mechanics.

Based in the Southeast, you will work across life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and food production environments, reading blueprints and troubleshooting equipment to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance or related trade.
• Experience supervising mechanics or crews.
• Ability to read blueprints and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily mechanical maintenance, repair, and installation activities for assigned crews and contractors.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to operational priorities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues involving industrial equipment, machinery, and related systems.
• Inspect completed work and equipment to ensure quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Job description

Lead Mechanical Crews on High Impact Industrial Projects! Growth, leadership, safety first culture, and long term career potential.

Salary: $32 - $38 per hour

We are a full-service industrial contractor supporting clients in the life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and food and beverage industries throughout the Southeast. With expertise in mechanical systems, hygienic piping, HVAC, and electrical/instrumentation services, we deliver high-quality solutions that keep critical operations running safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Why join us?

• Lead impactful mechanical projects that directly support operational success and equipment reliability.
• Join a collaborative, safety-first culture that values craftsmanship, accountability, and teamwork.
• Build your leadership skills while mentoring and developing skilled mechanical professionals.
• Work on diverse industrial projects across advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and food production environments.

Job Details

• Lead and coordinate daily mechanical maintenance, repair, and installation activities for assigned crews and contractors.
• Plan, assign, and monitor work to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to operational priorities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues involving industrial equipment, machinery, and related systems.
• Inspect completed work and equipment to ensure quality standards, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance are met.

Requirements

• Experience in mechanical maintenance, industrial equipment repair, fabrication, or a related mechanical trade.
• Previous leadership experience supervising mechanics, technicians, maintenance personnel, or construction crews.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, troubleshooting techniques, tools, and maintenance best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, and equipment documentation.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.