Maintenance Mechanic

Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Location: Gastonia, NC

Job Type: Full-Time | Skilled Trades

Earn Top Pay While Keeping Advanced Manufacturing Running

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Mechanic to provide electro-mechanical maintenance support for a highly automated production facility. This position is ideal for a skilled industrial maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, minimizing downtime, and working with the latest manufacturing technologies.

If you have experience maintaining automated production equipment and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

·      Starting pay up to $46.75/hour

·      7.5% shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts

·      Relocation assistance available

·      Pension retirement program

·      401(k) with company match

·      Medical, dental, and vision insurance

·      Paid holidays

·      Paid vacation and time off

·      Life insurance

·      Tuition assistance

·      Quarterly attendance bonus

·      Employee wellness program

·      Stable career with long-term growth opportunities

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving a wide variety of industrial equipment to ensure maximum production uptime.

Responsibilities include:

·      Install, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment

·      Troubleshoot PLCs, robotics, servo drives, and automated control systems

·      Diagnose and repair CNC machining centers, CNC punches, brake presses, progressive stamping presses, and other automated manufacturing equipment

·      Maintain industrial utility systems, including air compressors, boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, and electrical distribution systems

·      Install and troubleshoot AC/DC motors, drives, and motor controls

·      Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to maximize equipment reliability

·      Utilize root cause failure analysis to identify and eliminate recurring equipment issues

·      Operate cranes, lifts, welding equipment, hydraulic presses, power tools, and other industrial maintenance equipment

·      Use electrical meters, oscilloscopes, and diagnostic instruments to troubleshoot complex systems

·      Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, and equipment performance

·      Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment

Qualifications

Qualified candidates will possess:

·      High school diploma or GED

·      Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift and support manufacturing operations as needed

·      One of the following:

o  Journeyman certification in an industrial maintenance trade, or

o  Completion of a four-year apprenticeship (8,000 hours), or

o  Eight years of documented industrial maintenance experience

·      Strong experience with industrial electrical and mechanical systems

·      Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled automated manufacturing equipment

·      Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and servo systems

·      Preventive maintenance and root cause analysis experience

·      Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings

·      Experience using diagnostic equipment and industrial maintenance tools

Preferred Qualifications

·      Technical school or college coursework in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field

·      Experience supporting high-volume automated manufacturing operations

·      Robotics troubleshooting experience

·      CNC equipment maintenance experience

·      Strong problem-solving and communication skills

·      Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous improvement

Why Join Our Team?

Join a manufacturing organization that values skilled trades professionals and invests in advanced technology, employee development, and operational excellence. You’ll work with modern automated equipment, receive outstanding compensation and benefits, and play a vital role in keeping production running safely and efficiently.

If you’re ready to put your industrial maintenance expertise to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, apply today.