Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Day Shift

About the role

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on plant equipment, facilities, and grounds to support safe, efficient warehouse operations. This hands-on role works independently and as part of a team to minimize operational downtime, improve reliability, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in a manufacturing and agricultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production, packaging, and warehouse equipment, vehicles, and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical (including basic 3-phase), hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Support fabrication, welding, plumbing, carpentry, and minor construction or modification projects as needed
• Maintain maintenance records, preventative maintenance schedules, and parts inventory
• Safely operate and maintain tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, lifts, and other equipment
• Complete facility and grounds upkeep tasks as needed (lighting, painting, snow removal, general repairs)
• Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, equipment lockout/tagout, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements
• Absorb and complete improvement projects that enhance safety, quality, productivity, or compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in maintenance, welding, electrical, or related trades preferred
• 2 years of maintenance mechanic experience in a production, manufacturing, warehouse, or agricultural environment preferred
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read basic blueprints and schematics
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate equipment issues clearly
• Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain required equipment certifications with company support
• Willingness and ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. See our benefits summary below.

Pay

Starting Pay: Compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview process
Pay Type: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weekly

Schedule

Core Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm (with available overtime as needed)

Work Setting

Onsite, warehouse/production environment

Work Location

688 NW Waldo Street, Lake City, FL 32055