Plant Maintenance Mechanic – Safe, Hands-On Repairs

Preferred Materials, Inc. in; Odessa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Profit sharing

401(k) with 5% company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid basic life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Preferred Materials is seeking a Plant Mechanic for the Odessa (Maintenance) role to keep production lines running safely and efficiently. You will diagnose mechanical issues, perform preventative maintenance, install and align equipment, and travel to other facilities as needed.

Qualifications include a High School diploma/GED and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays. A strong safety mindset and ability to follow instructions are required, along with pre-employment screening.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical knowledge of machine diagnosis and repairs.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Basic knowledge of welding and light fabrication.
• Ability to communicate, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Must be willing to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Must pass pre-employment requirements, drug screen, criminal background check and driving record review.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect machines, equipment, and verbal descriptions by operators to locate causes of malfunctions.
• Conducts plant inspections and perform preventative maintenance.
• Installs and/or assembles machinery and equipment according to blueprints and other drawings.
• Performs diagnostic, trouble shooting, and repairs Batch Panels as needed.
• Removes and replaces malfunctioning motors and pumps and realign and adjust such components.
• Performs operations on machines shop equipment such as grinders, ban saws, cut off saws, drill press, forklifts, cranes, etc.
• Maintains established housekeeping standards at all times. Maintains work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Performs work in all areas of the plant using the appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Maintains a strict adherence to company policies, safety policies, and OSHA regulations at all times.
• Possesses a professional attitude while interacting with peers, contractors and general public.
• Must be available to travel and work from other company facilities as needed.
• Must possess a professional attitude while interacting with peers, contractors and general public.
• Stands for long periods of time performing tests in hot weather or current conditions
• May perform other related duties as required or directed. Including to travel and work from other company facilities as needed.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Communication

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Preferred Materials is seeking a Plant Mechanic for the Odessa (Maintenance) role to keep production lines running safely and efficiently. You will diagnose mechanical issues, perform preventative maintenance, install and align equipment, and travel to other facilities as needed.

Qualifications include a High School diploma/GED and willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays. A strong safety mindset and ability to follow instructions are required, along with pre-employment screening.