Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Washington, DC / Baltimore, MD Area

Install, maintain, and repair all plant electro/mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and other manufacturing processes. Machine and lathe parts for use in plant operations. Maintain lubrication requirements on all plant machinery and equipment.

Install, maintain and repair all electrical and mechanical equipment, read blueprints, and troubleshoot equipment and systems. Monitor and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure efficient operations. Setup and operate machine tool equipment, machine parts from blueprints, sketches, and broken parts. Must have the ability to use delicate measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, etc.). Have knowledge of metals and plastics for the machining process.

Maintain schedule for oiling and greasing of all plant machinery and equipment. Visually inspect and listen to production equipment and advise supervision of any abnormalities. Must be able to work up to 12‑hour shifts as necessary.

Troubleshoot and repair all plant electrical and mechanical equipment. Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams and blueprints. Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions and recommend the appropriate course of action. Use calipers and other measuring devices. Ability to fabricate, repair and /or assemble from simple or complex drawings. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate a forklift.

Work in elevated locations, awkward or confined positions, climb stairs and ladders and move heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Must accurately identify color‑coded cables and wires in variable lighting conditions. Must have good visual acuity for depth and height perception and good manual dexterity/eye coordination. Must be able to hear safety alarms, bells, and whistles while wearing NRR‑rated hearing protection (earmuffs or earplugs).

Must be able to wear work gloves, safety glasses, a hard hat, and safety steel‑toed shoes. Must be able to effectively listen and speak over plant communication radios while in a manufacturing environment. Ability to read, speak and write in English when there is a business necessity, such as to ensure safe and efficient operations. Must know how to perform basic math/arithmetic using a calculator.

Computer, electronic mobile devices such as an iPad for preventative maintenance program tracking, small hand tools, power tools, lift truck, scissor lift, shop equipment, welding equipment, lifting/hoisting equipment, floor cleaning equipment, electrical testing equipment, specialized machining tools and equipment, grease guns, lubricating tools, hand carts, and lockout/tagout safety devices.

Read and speak English only when there is a business necessity, communicate effectively (written and spoken), math/calculations, mechanical aptitude, electrical aptitude and dexterity, good judgment, logical reasoning, initiative, and ability to respond quickly and effectively to normal and unforeseen conditions. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld/burn and possess fabrication skills and the ability to diagnose/troubleshoot electrical difficulties. Basic knowledge of lubricants and working knowledge of plant equipment and systems.

Ability to train occasionally manufacturing operators on mechanical concepts when necessary to help with troubleshooting skills. Good judgment, initiative, and ability to respond efficiently and effectively to normal and unforeseen conditions.