Industrial Mechanic
$62,400–$85,280 year
On-siteWilbraham, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Execute the preventative maintenance program for mechanical and electromechanical equipment by installing, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspecting, and maintaining machinery throughout the facility. Diagnose equipment problems, perform repairs on motors, bearings, and conveyor belts, and operate industrial forklifts and mobile loaders. Initiate and complete work orders while documenting critical information routinely and adhering to OSHA regulations. Respond to emergency repairs during off-hours as needed. Requires seven years of related experience, ability to work 8-12-hour shifts with occasional overtime, and proficiency in welding, fabrication, and electrical systems.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and a trade school diploma/certificate or an associate degree in a related field
- Seven or more years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of experience
- Ability to read machine prints/schematics, both mechanical and electrical, as well as technical and machine manuals
- Must have manual dexterity to use hand and power tools correctly and safely
- Ability to work an 8-12-hour shift
- Ability to work overtime and occasional weekend work
- Good planning and organizational skills
- Able to safely and expertly use hand and power tools
- Be able to safely operate shop-powered equipment
- Experienced with properly using an electrical multimeter
- Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems/schematics
- Able to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams
- Experienced working with relevant large machinery
- Ability and aptitude to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric in nature
- Have electrical knowledge to be able to trace circuits, voltage test, or, if a fuse is bad, how to wire motors of different voltages correctly, locate motor controls, power sources, transformers, and bus bars in a panel, and determine if a breaker or overload is tripped, and other issues
- Possess advanced fabrication skills to be able to drill and tap, measure and cut various materials, join them together, and make parts such as a bracket or a guard rail for a conveyor
- Able to weld with both stick and MIG as circumstances demand
- Familiar and experienced with proper rigging and lifting practices and equipment for moving large pieces of equipment
- Able to slit, lace, and mount large conveyor belts
- Familiarity with troubleshooting VFDs and PLCs and their functions
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
Desired Qualifications
- Self-starter who can work in a fast-paced/ever-changing environment both individually and alongside a team
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