Entry-to-Mid Level Mechanic

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Craft Workers Fredericksburg, VA, US

3 days ago Requisition

Kaeser Compressors, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful suppliers of industrial compressed air and vacuum systems with nearly 7,000 employees worldwide. Our primary goal is providing exceptional customer service coupled with innovative products and progressive system solutions. We specialize in evaluating each customer’s application and providing the most energy efficient and effective air system solution. To learn more about Kaeser, visit our website at  , and for a sneak peek into what it's like being a part of the Kaeser Family, view this video .

We are seeking individuals who have worked in an industrial, production or service environment to fill the position of Entry-to-Mid Level Mechanic (Junior - Mechanic I) for our growing team in Fredericksburg, VA.

The selected candidate will:

Enjoy Top-Tier Facilities:
Work in a clean, organized, fully climate-controlled (heated and air-conditioned year-round) shop floor with all top-quality power and hand tools provided.

Learn in a Development-Focused Culture:
Benefit from a learning-first culture where mistakes are treated as normal stepping stones to mastering the trade. Position yourself to step up from Junior Mechanic to Mechanic I at the end of your first year.

Thrive with Low-Stress Leadership:
Experience autonomous management that trusts you to do your job, paired with an accessible open-door policy and active team leads directly on the floor whenever you need a hand.

Assemble Custom Systems:
Work in collaborative teams, paired alongside experienced mechanics to build custom compressed air enclosures.

Work with Specialty Equipment:
Operate pipe threading machines, electric conduit benders, overhead cranes and other shop equipment to assemble high quality components.

Handle Electrical Setup:
Bend and install conduit using electric and hand benders. Install essential electrical components including switches, lights, disconnects, and control panels.

Perform Mechanical Assembly:
Precision cut, fit, and install compressed air piping, steel plate, unistrut channel, and ductwork.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate’s background will include:

High school diploma

Basic mechanical skills, mechanical aptitude.

Reading and understanding of blueprints, preferred, but not required

Basic understanding of electrical wiring, preferred, but not required.

Forklift experience preferred, but not required

Familiarity with rigging and the operation of overhead cranes preferred, but not required

Basic computer skills

Regular physical attendance at the worksite.

Work hours and environment:

7:00am – 4:00pm Monday – Friday

Heated and air conditioned

Company provided tools

Company provided uniforms

This is an hourly position, with a range of $20-$30. Title level and salary to commensurate with experience. We offer an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan as well as a roof top cafe, an on-site exercise facility, free exercise classes and a health and wellness program

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.