What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Industrial Maintenance Mechanic position at SIGNAL METAL INDUSTRIES INC?
Signal Metal Industries is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic with strong mechanical and electrical experience in a heavy industrial environment.
This hands-on role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, efficient operations with minimal downtime.
- Install, maintain, and repair production machines, welding machines, CNC equipment, overhead cranes, and facility systems
- Perform emergency repairs during production and scheduled maintenance during downtime
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems, including hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
- Diagnose problems, replace or rebuild faulty components, and make necessary adjustments
- Install, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, including wiring, conduit, motor controls, control panels, and VFDs
- Troubleshoot PLCs, machine controls, relays, sensors, and 3-phase power systems
- Read and follow mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and service manuals
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
- Maintain high-voltage electrical systems and industrial electrical distribution equipment
- Use hand and power tools, material handling equipment, and lifts safely to perform maintenance tasks
- Perform basic plumbing, carpentry, and general facility upkeep as needed
- Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and all company safety standards
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and preventive maintenance records
- Assist in identifying root causes of equipment failures and recommend improvements
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Work collaboratively with production and maintenance teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- 5 years of heavy industrial maintenance experience, including mechanical and electrical work
- Experience with industrial controls, machine wiring, motor starters, and PLC troubleshooting preferred
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Must provide own general tools and toolbox (list provided)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, stoop, climb, and work at heights or in confined spaces
- Excellent attendance and team-oriented mindset
- Willingness to work overtime and in varying environmental conditions
- Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE
BENEFITS:
We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive wage offering and benefits package includes a safe harbor matching 401k plan, medical, dental, vision insurance, Health Savings Account, voluntary life benefits, paid company holidays, free parking, snack and beverage machines available, job training programs, and paid vacations.
*Signal Metal Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Drug-free work environment. Pre-employment drug screening required. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted during this search. Principals only. Relocation costs not covered by employer. Must be eligible to work in this country. We E-Verify.
Salary : $30 - $36