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Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Department: Maintenance & Engineering
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / ME Director
Company: Troy Design and Manufacturing Co.
Position Summary
The Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of all plant equipment and facilities. This role supports mechanical maintenance disciplines to minimize downtime and ensure safe, efficient production operations. Maintenance Technicians may specialize in Electrical Maintenance or Mechanical Maintenance, but all work collaboratively to maintain production readiness and equipment reliability.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Machine Repair / Millwright / Welder)
Primary Responsibilities
- Diagnose, rebuild, and repair mechanical systems such as hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drives.
- Perform maintenance on DCM equipment, fixtures, conveyors, and other manufacturing machinery.
- Conduct precision alignment, bearing replacement, shaft and coupling repair, and lubrication.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems and replace valves, pumps, and cylinders as needed.
- Fabricate, weld, and machine parts to support maintenance repairs and equipment modification.
- Assist in the installation, setup, and relocation of machinery and production lines.
- Maintain preventive maintenance (PM) routines for mechanical assets to ensure uptime.
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams on equipment improvement projects.
Skills & Qualifications
- Skilled in machine repair, equipment maintenance, or industrial mechanical systems.
- Ability to read mechanical blueprints and interpret part drawings.
- Experience with MIG/TIG/stick welding for basic maintenance repairs (brackets, guards, small frames); advance skills a plus.
- Torch cutting, and basic machining.
- Knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic systems, bearings, chains, belts, and mechanical assemblies
- High Pressure Die Casting Experience preferred
General Responsibilities (All Maintenance Technicians)
- Follow all safety procedures and perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) prior to work.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records through CMMS.
- Respond to emergency breakdowns to minimize production disruption.
- Participate in 5S and continuous improvement activities.
- Support training and cross-functional teamwork across maintenance disciplines.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
- 3 years of maintenance experience in an industrial or automotive manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical maintenance with ability and interest to learn electrical maintenance
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-skilled maintenance team.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs and perform physical tasks as required.
- Ability to work at heights as required for equipment repair and maintenance., including ladders, platforms, and aerial lifts, while using fall protection equipment.
- High Pressure Die Casting Experience preferred
Work Environment
- Manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, noise, and moving machinery.
- Requires use of PPE including safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe footwear and hearing protection.
- May require overtime, rotating shifts, or weekend coverage as needed.
*Relocation package available
Shift Flexibility Required: Day, Afternoon, and Night Shifts - M-F, 8hrs
Weekend Shifts - Alternating Work Schedule; 12 hour shifts. Fri-Sunday, and alternating Mondays.
Salary : $40