Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Atterro; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Atterro in Blytheville, AR is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to help keep our production lines running safely and efficiently. This role features a rotating shift and a competitive hourly pay range from $24 to $40.

The candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot machinery, read mechanical drawings, and work with maintenance and operations teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in industrial maintenance, millwright, mechanical maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and other industrial machinery.
• Inspect, align, rebuild, and replace mechanical components and respond to equipment breakdowns in a 24/7 operation.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to complete tasks safely and accurately.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Industrial maintenance training

Reading schematics

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Now hiring for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician – Direct Hire
Location: Blytheville, AR
Pay Rate: $24.00 – $40.00 per hour
Schedule: Rotating Shift

Grease, Grit & Good Pay. Mechanical Maintenance Technician Wanted.

Looking for Mechanical Maintenance Technician jobs in Blytheville where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in industrial maintenance, millwright, mechanical maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, steel, pipe, or heavy industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical power transmission systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and material handling equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial production equipment.
• Millwright training, welding experience, CMMS experience, and forklift or crane certification are a plus.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, and work at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to routinely lift and move up to 50 pounds, with heavier loads moved using mechanical assistance.
• Comfortable working in hot, dusty, noisy, and fast-paced industrial manufacturing environments.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including steel-toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and other safety equipment.

Job Duties

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on pipe mill, rolling mill, finishing, and production equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and repair conveyors, pumps, compressors, gearboxes, bearings, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, overhead cranes, and other industrial machinery.
• Inspect, align, rebuild, and replace mechanical components while responding quickly to equipment breakdowns in a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Read blueprints, schematics, and work instructions to complete maintenance tasks safely and accurately.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and precision measuring instruments to perform repairs and equipment upgrades.
• Complete work orders and maintenance records in the CMMS while partnering with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve performance and safety.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

“Great communication and great attitudes.” – Tony, Maintenance Technician

What You Will Do

As a Mechanical Maintenance Technician you will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, replace worn components, document completed work, and work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards.

A Mechanical Maintenance Technician helps maximize equipment reliability through routine maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair. This role requires mechanical ability, technical knowledge, and a commitment to maintaining safe and efficient operations across a variety of industrial environments.

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician works with production equipment, facility systems, and mechanical components while applying sound troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve equipment issues. Strong analytical thinking and practical repair skills contribute to improved productivity and reduced downtime.

Successful candidates take pride in quality workmanship, workplace safety, and maintaining equipment that supports long-term operational performance.