Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

A leading manufacturer of high-performance building materials used in commercial roofing, waterproofing, insulation, and building envelope systems is seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to join its team in Carlisle, PA. This organization supports construction projects across North America and is known for producing durable materials that help protect and improve commercial and industrial buildings.

This role is ideal for a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex equipment, performing precision mechanical work, and ensuring plant operations run efficiently and safely.

The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will plan, layout, perform, and oversee maintenance and repair work across a wide variety of mechanical and facility systems. This includes machining, welding, pipe fitting, electrical work, carpentry, plumbing, and structural repairs.

This position is responsible for installing, assembling, aligning, maintaining, and repairing machinery and plant equipment, while ensuring all equipment operates safely and efficiently. The role requires working with tight tolerances and understanding the operating principles of various facility systems to respond quickly to equipment issues.

• Plan and execute maintenance jobs assigned by maintenance support staff or engineering teams
• Install, erect, move, maintain, service, and repair plant and office equipment
• Select replacement parts from storage or vendor catalogs
• Create sketches of repair parts for fabrication when necessary
• Operate machine shop equipment such as drill presses, lathes, grinders, belt sanders, and mills
• Repair and maintain basic electrical systems (under 500 VAC)
• Calibrate scales and other plant equipment
• Repair and maintain forklifts and other material handling equipment
• Maintain and monitor boiler room equipment
• Perform facility maintenance tasks including carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and painting
• Operate within close fits and tolerances when repairing or fabricating parts
• Follow maintenance manuals, service manuals, blueprints, specifications, and work orders
• Assist with facility upkeep tasks including lawn mowing and snow removal using tractors or plow trucks

Technical Knowledge

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and understanding of machine operating principles
• Familiarity with industrial plant processes and equipment operations
• Knowledge of machine shop equipment and industrial safety systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and piping diagrams

Core Skills

• Reading maintenance manuals, service manuals, and parts catalogs
• Mathematical skills for measurements, tolerances, amperage calculations, and equipment setup
• Completing work orders, maintenance records, and documentation
• Sketching diagrams or parts when needed for fabrication
• Clear communication with operators, maintenance teams, and supervisors
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices

Equipment Used

• Drill press, lathe, grinder, belt sander, mill, broacher
• Welders, acetylene torch, hydraulic lifts, cranes
• Forklifts, tractors/mowers, company truck
• Jackhammers, saws, battery chargers, shop equipment
• Measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, amp meters, and pressure gauges

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship, technical school program, or mechanical degree preferred

Experience

• Minimum 4+ years of experience as a mechanic in an industrial or manufacturing environment

Equivalent Qualifications

• Technical school or mechanical degree may substitute for some experience
• 5-10 years of industrial mechanic experience may substitute for formal education