What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Mechanic position at Chief Buildings?
Chief Buildings is seeking a 1st shift Maintenance Mechanic to join the Chief team. In this role, you will perform both preventive and corrective maintenance on facility infrastructure and industrial equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operations. To be successful in this position, you should have strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, a proactive approach to maintenance, and a commitment to safety and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Education:
- High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including equipment installation, modifications, and electrical wiring.
- Interpret equipment manuals and technical drawings to guide repairs and adjustments.
- Manage parts inventory and maintenance records using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Operate mobile and aerial equipment safely while demonstrating strong time management, communication, and independent work skills.
Qualifications and Skill Requirements:
- Proficient in mechanical systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and foundational electrical knowledge
- Proficient in mechanical systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and basic electrical knowledge.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and hands-on maintenance experience.
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and industrial maintenance practices.
- Basic welding experience is a plus.
- Competent in computer use, with solid math skills and the ability to write clear, detailed reports.
Shift:
- 1st Shift - 6:00am - 4:30pm
The Company:
Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.
A division of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Rensselaer, Indiana and Lancaster, SC.
Our Benefits:
This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including
- Paid vacation/PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Financial wellness coaching
- Employee assistance program
- Paid holidays (8)
- Employee discounts
- Education assistances
- And much more.
**Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed. Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call 308-389-7200.**
