We are seeking a skilled and proactive Industrial Maintenance Assistant to oversee the preventative maintenance, electrical troubleshooting, and repair of critical plant machinery across our steel fabrication and manufacturing facility. In this role, you will ensure maximum equipment uptime by servicing CNC laser cutters, press brakes, welding equipment, finishing systems, material handling machinery, and propane/diesel fleet forklifts.
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The ideal candidate brings at least 2-4 years of hands-on mechanical and electrical experience, including working knowledge of 460V 3-phase systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics. You will also collaborate with specialized OEM vendors, maintain detailed PM logs, and strictly uphold OSHA and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety standards to maintain a safe, productive shop floor.
Responsibilities:
Preventative & Emergency Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) and rapid emergency repairs across production equipment, including:
Mitsubishi laser cutting machines and associated chillers
Press brakes, tube benders, plate rollers, and angle rollers
Plate burning tables and welding equipment
Powder coating ovens
Blast booth systems (steel grit recovery, augers, bucket elevators)
Jib cranes, overhead hoists, and industrial air compressors
Hand tools and shop equipment
Electrical Troubleshooting & Repair: Safely diagnose, service, and maintain electrical distribution systems, including 460V 3-phase systems and 110V single-phase control circuits and panels.
Mobile Equipment Maintenance: Conduct routine mechanical and electrical servicing, inspections, and repairs on fleet forklifts (propane and diesel powertrains).
Vendor & Contractor Collaboration: Serve as the primary internal technical contact for third-party service providers contracted for specialized CNC and laser system servicing; assist and coordinate with external technicians during major overhauls or warranty work.
Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate, up-to-date PM logs, work orders, parts inventory records, and safety documentation.
Shop Safety: Comply with OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and company safety standards at all times
Working hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Skills:
Associate degree or vocational certificate in Industrial Maintenance Technology, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Technology, or Electrical Automation.
Education:
High School
Experience:
1-4 years
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum 2-4 years of industrial maintenance or mechanical repair experience, preferably within a heavy manufacturing, steel fabrication, or CNC machining environment.
Electrical Competency: Demonstrated hands-on experience troubleshooting both single-phase (110V) and three-phase (up to 460V) industrial electrical systems.
Mechanical & Hydraulic Proficiency: Strong understanding of hydraulic motors, pumps, pneumatic systems, mechanical drives, augers, and gearboxes.
Forklift Mechanics: Proven ability to service and maintain diesel and propane mobile equipment.
Organizational Skills: Diligent record-keeping habits with the ability to track work orders and preventative maintenance paperwork systematically.
Certifications (Preferred): Forklift operator/mechanic certification, industrial electrical training, or relevant vocational credentials.
If you are interested please apply today!
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