Mobile Maintenance Mechanic

PTC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of welded and cold-drawn mechanical steel tubing and tubular shapes, plated bar and tubing, and fabricated parts and precision components.

We at PTC value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following: 

• FREE Healthcare
• HSA option
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident coverage
• 401K plan with company match
• Referral Bonus 
• Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC employees 
• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility

Job Summary: 

The Mobile Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on mobile equipment used throughout a steel pipe manufacturing facility. This position supports the safe and efficient movement of pipe, raw materials, and finished products by maintaining forklifts, side loaders, pipe handlers, overhead material handling equipment, trailers, and other mobile industrial equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on forklifts, pipe handlers, side loaders, trailers, and other mobile equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and fuel system issues
• Inspect equipment to identify worn or damaged components and recommend corrective action
• Troubleshoot engine, transmission, brake, steering, suspension, and hydraulic system failures
• Repair and replace motors, pumps, cylinders, hoses, bearings, chains, brakes, and other equipment components
• Conduct routine safety inspections and ensure equipment meets company and regulatory safety standards
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform emergency repairs to minimize production downtime
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, schematics, and technical drawings
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and basic machining as needed to repair equipment and components
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, and work orders
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and upgrades
• Coordinate with operations personnel to prioritize repairs and maintenance activities
• Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance areas and work sites
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and lockout/tagout requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial mobile equipment maintenance experience
• Technical training in diesel mechanics, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, or related field preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing, steel mill, pipe mill, warehouse, or heavy industrial environment preferred
• Knowledge of forklift maintenance and repair
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems
• Ability to operate maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment, and lifting devices safely

Preferred

• Welding and fabrication experience

Number of Direct Reports: None                          

Job Titles of Direct Reports: None

Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, maintenance manuals, equipment documentation, and safety procedures. Ability to write reports, maintenance records, and work orders. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors, vendors, contractors, and other employees of the organization. 
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret charts and graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to troubleshoot problems involving multiple variables in a manufacturing and maintenance environment.
• Mechanical and Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, diesel, and mechanical systems. Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices, industrial safety procedures, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements. Ability to safely operate diagnostic tools, welding equipment, hand tools, power tools, lifting devices, and other maintenance equipment.
• Computer Skills: Must be proficient in using computers and software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email systems, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or ERP systems.
• Organizational and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interpret maintenance records, equipment data, inspection reports, and diagnostic information to identify equipment issues, determine root causes, and support maintenance planning. Must possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work independently with limited supervision, and effectively interact with supervisors, vendors, contractors, operations personnel, and other associates.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Must be safety-oriented and team-oriented with a commitment to supporting production and operational needs in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous improvement and safe work practices.

The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: None

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud, and appropriate hearing protection may be required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, bend, and use arms and hands for extended periods of time.  Must be able to safely lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more with assistance or mechanical lifting devices. The employee must also be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.  Must possess the strength, stamina and mobility to perform heavy physical work in all weather conditions and with exposure to potentially hazardous conditions, use varied hand and power tools, operate maintenance and lifting equipment, and safely drive motor vehicles and industrial equipment as required.  Vision must be sufficient to read printed materials, equipment displays, and computer screens.  Hearing and speech must be adequate to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, radio, or other communication devices.  Must be available to work flexible shifts as needed including weekends, evenings, holidays, and emergency call outs as required.