Missouri - Maintenance Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

Merrill Steel; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrill Steel is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic II for the 2nd shift in Springfield, MO. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, repair of mechanical and electrical systems, and basic fabrication.

You will operate cranes and forklifts and contribute to a safe, efficient production environment. The ideal candidate has at least one year of maintenance experience, basic welding and machining skills, and a willingness to adhere to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• One year maintenance experience or equivalent preferred.
• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical circuitry.
• Ability to perform general steel fabrication.
• Pass class II certification for maintenance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Operate cranes and forklift to move materials.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical/electrical faults.
• Assist with basic pipefitting and plumbing tasks as needed.
• Maintain safe and efficient production by following checklists.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Welding basics

Machining basics

Maintenance experience

Job description

Missouri - Maintenance Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

Missouri - Maintenance Mechanic II - 2nd Shift

Date Posted: 10/02/2026

Location: Springfield, MO

Job Category: South Production

Salary Interval: Hourly

Pay Range: N/A

Position Description

Maintenance Mechanic II

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Interacts With: Other Employees (In their department and outside of the department)

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Mechanic II position works for the maintenance department focusing on these tasks:

• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical circuitry
• A ability to operate cranes and forklift
• Make minor repairs of equipment
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance
• Arc and mig weld / cutting torch Basic
• Ability to perform general steel fabrication
• Pipefitting and plumbing repair minor
• One year experience
• Pass class II certification for maintenance
• Perform routine preventative maintenance
• Inspections while following routine checklists
• Basic machining skills

Other Requirements of the Job:

• Uses good judgement with job assignments and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify problems and secure a reasonable resolution
• Maintains a consistent, positive, professional work ethic
• Ability to enforce policies and procedures and safety guidelines
• Ability to be a role model of quality workmanship and team attitude
• Teaches and communicates job functions in a way that others learn and are motivated
• Ability to assist and motivate others in job performance
• Accepts responsibility and takes accountability of work seriously
• Displays leadership qualities and ability
• Demonstrates good organizational skills
• Reliable, consistent work attendance is mandatory
• Ability to consistently maintain production levels

Position Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities Lift / Carry

Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs O (Occasionally)

Sit N (Not Applicable) 21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Reach Outward F (Frequently) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)

Climb O (Occasionally)

Crawl O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)

Bend F (Frequently)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)

26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision(Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)

Sense of Touch

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment: steel toed shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to work in conditions of 50 degrees - 100 degrees.

Not allergic to paints and chemicals in the department.

Able to work in an environment that has paint and thinner fumes.

Able to work in an environment that has some welding fumes.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Merrill Steel is committed to equal employment opportunities in all of its policies regarding:

RECRUITING BENEFITS

EMPLOYMENT HIRING TRAINING

PROMOTIONS LAYOFF & RECALL

COMPENSATION

The above policies are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, handicap, sex, marital status, sexual preference, or, except where sex is a bona fide occupational qualification. The company gives full consideration to the employment of disabled or handicapped persons for work they are qualified to do. Management pledges itself to support and sustain the beliefs and policies outlined in this statement.

The Company encourages initiative and leadership by individuals as the best means to carry out this policy. Violations of this policy will be met with appropriate action.

The Company works with selected agencies and groups to initiate and sustain this policy.

It is the responsibility of each member of management to give this policy full support. It is the duty of each employee to create a job environment conducive to this policy.

The Company considers all qualified minority group applications for all job categories. All sources of employment recruiting are advised of such. All employee job openings state that Merrill Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Where deemed necessary, the Company informs appropriate minority groups and women’s organizations in making the Company’s needs known.

Merrill Steel does not maintain or tolerate facilities that are segregated on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, handicap, sex, marital status, or sexual preference, except where sex is a bona fide qualification.