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Maintenance Mechanic

Sub-Zero Group, Inc. · Cedar Rapids, IA · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagement$32–$39/hrFull-time

Primary Planning & Start-Up Responsibilities

  • Support the installation, commissioning, functional testing, and startup of new production equipment.
  • Review equipment drawings, manuals, and specifications to understand system design and long-term maintenance needs before production begins.
  • Aid in developing preventive maintenance plans, procedures, and parts lists for new assets as they come online.
  • Participate in equipment acceptance testing and troubleshooting during early production trials to ensure systems operate safely and efficiently.
  • Identify potential reliability risks during qualification and provide feedback to Engineering and Operations to improve equipment readiness.
  • Help organize spare parts, tooling, and maintenance work areas to support a smooth transition from construction to full production.
  • Document equipment performance, start-up issues, and corrective actions to build a strong maintenance history from day one.
  • Collaborate with contractors, OEM technicians, and internal teams to ensure equipment meets operational expectations.

Primary Ongoing Production Responsibilities

  • Take ownership of daily maintenance activities to keep production equipment running safely, reliably, and at peak performance.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, completing high-quality repairs and documenting work in the CMMS.
  • Execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance tasks on schedule, providing feedback to improve job plans and equipment reliability.
  • Follow detailed work instructions, safety procedures, and LOTO requirements while identifying hazards and contributing to a proactive safety culture.
  • Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and follow-up actions clearly across shifts and with Operations.
  • Partner with Operations, Engineering, MRO, and Supply Chain to align maintenance work with production priorities and ensure parts and materials are available.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring issues, recommending solutions, and participating in equipment upgrades or reliability initiatives.

We Value Our Employees

  • Competitive compensation based on skills
  • Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans
  • Generous 401(K) savings and profit sharing
  • Fitness center, walking paths
  • Education assistance and internal training programs
  • Electric vehicle charging

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Pay

  • Competitive hourly pay ranging from $32.00 to $39.00 per hour based on candidate skills and experiences.

Schedule

  • This is a first shift opportunity and hours are 7:00am - 3:30pm.

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