Mechanical Maintenance Tech

cvgrp; Michigan City (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems on high-volume automotive components. You will support automated lines, robotics, and preventive maintenance programs.

Responsibilities include hazard prevention, safety compliance, and accurate CMMS record-keeping, with opportunities to lead basic repair tasks and assist in line changeovers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with automated production equipment and robotics strongly preferred.
• Experience or equivalent education with programming and troubleshooting PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain automated assembly lines, stamping equipment, and robotic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on motors, conveyors, presses, gearboxes, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Read blueprints, schematics and manuals to determine repair procedures and faulty components.
• Calibrate, align and balance machines and equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Diagnostic ability

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Circuit testers

Job description

CVG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain automated assembly lines, stamping equipment, and robotic systems.
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on motors, conveyors, presses, gearboxes, and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens or equivalent) to identify and resolve production issues.
• Replace sensors, drives, bearings, belts, and actuators as required.
• Support tooling changes and line changeovers.
• Familiar with wiring diagram and how to use and fundamentals of electricity
• Reads blueprint schematics, manuals and other resource material to determine work procedures, faulty components and process of repair.
• Maintains quick access to critical component parts for each machine and piece of equipment
• Calibrates, aligns and balances machines and equipment.
• Dismantles machines and equipment for repair or movement.
• Operates diagnostic and repair equipment in the performance of maintenance duties such as circuit testers, voltmeters, and other tools as required.
• Performs electrical and electronic repairs to the component or board level. May provide leadership to maintenance workers on special assignments.
• Assesses and recommends disposition on replacement or repair of equipment.
• Handles hazardous materials and liquids such that spills and leaks are prevented and all such materials are contained in compliance with EPA requirements.
• Participates on safety committee.
• Monitors unscheduled machine downtime due to mechanical breakdown, electrical problems, wear and tear, etc.
• Maintain logs as required on downed machines, preventative maintenance schedules, purchase orders, and on maintenance performed daily.
• Perform various other duties as assigned.

Automation & Controls

• Assist with programming modifications and system improvements (as qualified).
• Work with engineering to improve uptime and equipment performance.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Participate in safety audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all repairs meet commercial vehicle quality and safety requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) initiatives.
• Support lean manufacturing and uptime improvement projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation in CMMS.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical degree or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Mechanical or related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of related work experience and/or training experience
• Experience maintaining electronics, mechanics, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic equipment applications and repair.
• Experience or equivalent education with programming and troubleshooting PLCs

Experience

• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in automotive or high-volume assembly operations preferred.
• Experience with automated production equipment and robotics strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting (gearboxes, bearings, pneumatics, hydraulics)
• Electrical troubleshooting (24V-480V systems)
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Basic welding and fabrication skills
• Forklift license, preferred

Competency

• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic ability
• Sense of urgency and ownership
• Ability to work independently and in team-based environments
• Detail-oriented with strong safety mindset
• Ability to work flexible shifts (including nights/weekends if required)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, bend, and climb for extended periods
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment (heat, noise, moving equipment)

This position operates in a high-volume automotive manufacturing facility producing windshield wiper components including blades, arms, linkages, and motor assemblies.

Salary Range : $28.00-$36.00 (depending on years of experience and hands on skill set)

Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, we are not providing sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the country of the job posting location on a full-time basis.

Referral Policy

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Commercial Vehicle Group, Inc (CVG) and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes