Maintenance - Maintenance Mechanic 2

Location: Crawfordsville, IN – North Plant (1009 Sloan St.) and South Plant (600 State Road 32 West). This position covers both locations.

Schedule

8- and 12-hour fixed and rotating shifts.

Pay

$26.85 - $33.25 per hour with a $0.50 shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in a way that always keeps you and your co-workers safe.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install building and manufacturing equipment.
• Gather information and feedback from other departments around repairs and efficiency of our machines.
• Manufacture and assemble replacement parts for manufacturing equipment using welders, lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, and other machine shop equipment.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments to perform maintenance functions.
• Learn directly alongside senior technicians to develop advanced skills across mechanical, electrical, and machining disciplines.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in an industrial setting (or a strong foundational background with a demonstrated drive to train in advanced trade specialties).
• Ability to lift and carry 20-60 pounds.
• Ability to read diagrams, manuals, and specifications.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401k with company match.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee appreciation and recognition programs.
• $100 safety glasses reimbursement.
• $175 safety shoe reimbursement.
• Company-provided tools and uniforms.
• Relocation assistance.

Career Development

This position is designed for individuals seeking to build a long-term career in skilled industrial trades. It offers hands-on training, mentorship, and practical experience for those pursuing a career as a Maintenance Technician, Machinist, or Industrial Electrician.

About Us

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

Safety Culture

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries. Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work. We welcome our veterans to apply!