Maintenance Mechanic Lead

About the Role

We’re seeking a hands-on Maintenance Mechanic Lead to drive equipment reliability and support day-to-day facility operations. This role combines advanced troubleshooting across electrical (12VDC–480VAC), pneumatic, and mechanical systems with team leadership responsibilities, including training mechanics and promoting a proactive maintenance culture. You’ll help manage CMMS accuracy, support inventory and parts organization, and step in to resolve issues—including occasional off-hours support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an organized, clean work area
• Maintenance of equipment and building
• Train other mechanics in troubleshooting, motor repair, and pneumatic troubleshooting
• Assist in keeping CMMS software in order
• Take phone calls and help troubleshoot during off hours as needed
• Assist in inventory and parts organization
• Familiarity with electrical systems from 12VDC – 480VAC
• Knowledge of pneumatic and vacuum systems
• Know all applicable Sanitation and Safety SOPs
• Know general company policies and handbook policies
• Maintain a positive attitude and promote proactive maintenance work
• Maintain excellent communication and relationships with other employees to foster team effort
• Seek out new ways to improve productivity
• Forklift Certified
• Additional duties may be assigned and/or required

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a Maintenance Lead or similar role
• Strong electrical meter knowledge, including amp clamp, true RMS meter, and megger
• Knowledge and competency of CMMS software
• Competent in CMMS, Excel, and Microsoft Word
• PLC programming, SolidWorks/AutoCAD training, or equivalent experience preferred
• TIG/MIG welding and lathe/mill experience is preferred
• High School Graduate or GED Equivalent

Skills

• Ability to perform many common industrial maintenance tasks and help other mechanics learn the same skills
• Ability to maintain productivity with limited supervision
• Willingness to make maintenance decisions when other leaders are not present
• Strong electrical and pneumatic troubleshooting and communication skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision and have a willingness and desire to learn new equipment
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to adhere to scheduled work hours
• Maintain proper hygiene
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions in English

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to squat and bend for extended periods of time
• Twisting and reaching are required
• Pushing and pulling heavy loads
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 55 pounds regularly
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards

About the Company

PetIQ provides convenient and affordable pet health and wellness products and veterinary services to pets and their families through retail and ecommerce channels across the country. We are advocates for pet parents, because we believe that all pet parents should be able to provide necessary care that enhances the lives of their pets.

Company Culture

• Pet Parent Focused: Everything we do starts with the pet parent in mind. We’re dedicated to improving pet health and wellbeing through every interaction, product, and service we provide.
• Results Oriented: We deliver with purpose and follow through with clarity, accountability, and impact—because results matter for our teams, our partners, and the pets we serve.
• Humble and Hungry: We bring passion and confidence without ego. We’re always learning, improving, and striving to do better—for ourselves, our teams, and our customers.
• Adaptive & Agile: We embrace change, move fast, and use it as our next advantage in creating innovative solutions for pets and their families.
• Stronger as a Pack: Collaboration is at the heart of how we work. We help each other win, because we know exceptional teams build something greater than any one of us could alone.