Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

We’re seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support daily plant operations in Reno, NV. This full-time role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals with a trades background or recent technical school graduates who are positive, eager to learn, and ready to grow in their career. Opportunities for advancement and career growth are encouraged within a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on belts, piping, filters, mixers, conveyors, valves, bearings, and seals
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment to resolve and prevent issues
• Maintain and repair pumps, motors, drives, conveyors, pneumatics, and production equipment
• Install and service control devices, sensors, and motor control systems
• Troubleshoot PLCs (Allen Bradley preferred) and 480V 3-phase electrical systems
• Read and work from blueprints, electrical schematics, and technical documents

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of mechanical maintenance or skilled trades experience
• Vocational/Trade school equates to 2 years of work/field experience for this role
• Must be 18 years of age; High school diploma or GED required
• Strong Mechanical and Electrical Troubleshooting skills
• PLC troubleshooting experience (Allen Bradley preferred)
• Experience with hand tools and power tools
• Ability to read technical drawings and work independently
• Basic computer skills such as MS Office applications; CMMS experience a plus
• Fabrication and Welding experience a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, climb ladders, work at heights, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, noisy, or industrial environments

Soft Skills

• Demonstrated sense of urgency and ownership
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with operations, production, and leadership teams
• Solution oriented

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety policies, OSHA regulations such as lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, PPE requirements, etc.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards
• Safely work around chemicals, pumps, tanks, and pressurized systems
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

Pay

$30 – $35 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Monday – Thursday, 3:15 PM – 1:45 AM, with overtime as needed.