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Mechanic / Boilermaker

Manhattan Mechanical Services
Manhattan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

Manhattan Mechanical Services / Job Description

Title:                                       Mechanic  

Reports to:                            Foreman

Employment Status:           Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Rate:                                      $31.83 - 37.56

Primary Function:

The primary duties of the A Mechanic are to perform mechanical work pertaining to equipment and piping systems and components. Must have familiarity with basic rigging operations. The A Mechanic will be expected to work closely with their team to ensure all work is completed with the highest degree of safety and quality.

Manhattan Mechanical Services is a merit shop contractor supporting a team working environment.  As such, all employees will be required from time to time to perform other duties that they are qualified to perform, outside of this job description and their normal work function.

Work Environment:

The normal work environment for this position will be in an industrial facility, which has been determined to be a safety sensitive environment.  You will experience exposure to outdoor weather conditions, wearing proper PPE is required for a variety of potential hazards. Every employee’s performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health or safety of other employees, customers, customer’s employees, the public, property, or the environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

The roles and responsibilities of the A Mechanic may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Safe use of hand and power tools.
  • Capable of identifying potential hazards and mitigating the hazards.
  • Responsible for the proper disassembly and assembly of unit equipment.
  • Ensure proper permits have been obtained and the ability to read & understand all permits.
  • Assist with the building and installation of various types of pipe hangers and supports.
  • Willing to work as a team at all times to support the project.
  • Familiar with pipe cutting and beveling operations
  • Fully participate in health, safety, quality and environmental processes.

Experience:

  • Have 2 or more years of experience in industrial mechanical trades.
  • Strong experience in Boilermaker work 

Skills:

  • Able to install piping and piping components.
  • Able to assist with performing Hydrostatic Testing
  • Able to build and install various types of pipe hangers and supports.
  • Able to cut and or bevel piping using oxyfuel, plasma, mechanical equipment.
  • Knowledge of rigging and rigging operations.

Education:

  • Must be willing to attend continued training applicable to job as deemed necessary by Manhattan Mechanical Services.
  • Must be able to attend one of the following MMS provided apprenticeship programs.
    • NCCER Boilermaker
    • NCCER Pipefitter

Physical:

  • Must comply with Manhattan Mechanical Services drug and alcohol policy.
  • Able to pass physical examination, pre-employment if necessary, as required by Manhattan Mechanical Services.
  • Must be able to climb ladders and stairways.
  • Must be able to carry 50 lbs. of tools and/or materials.
  • Must be able to work at elevated heights as well as in confined spaces (towers, vessels, excavations, etc.)
  • Must be able to work extended hours on your feet on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel, etc.)
  • Must be clean-shaven and able to work while wearing a respirator and other personal protective equipment, when required.

Safety/Environmental:

  • Must be able to pass applicable site-specific training. 
  • Must be able to read and understand safety instructions, signs, labels and permits in English.

Salary : $32 - $38

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