Fabrication Shop Maintenance Technician

Thank you for your interest in joining the JH Kelly team!

For more than 100 years, we've built our reputation on the strength of our people, our commitment to safety, and the relationships we build with our employees, customers, and communities. We're always looking for talented individuals who share our values and take pride in their work.

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
• 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
• Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
• Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation over the past 10 years.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in the hiring process.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. Certain positions may also require a background check and/or motor vehicle record (MVR) review based on job responsibilities.

We appreciate your interest in becoming part of the JH Kelly family and look forward to learning more about you.

JH Kelly is seeking a positive, problem-solving and with a strong work ethic Fabrication Shop Maintenance Technician to support our Fabrication Shops at JH Kelly. The Fabrication Shop Maintenance Technician plays a key role in diagnosing, servicing, and repairing various systems on JH Kelly fabrication equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to semi-trucks/trailers, aerial lifts, forklifts, cranes, air compressors, welders, pickups, flatbeds, weld positioners, weld profilers, drill presses, etc.

This position requires the ability to work overtime as needed.

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and service activities on fabrication shop equipment to support safe and efficient operations.
• Diagnose equipment errors, malfunctions, and technical issues and determine appropriate repair solutions.
• Perform field repairs and service work at shop locations as required.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify maintenance needs before failures occur.
• Comprehend repair requirements and provide recommendations to shop leads regarding equipment repairs, replacements, and maintenance priorities.

• Maintain a stock of spare parts and critical inventory for fabrication shop equipment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities to minimize downtime and support production schedules.
• Document maintenance activities, repair procedures, equipment status, and related processes to maintain accurate records.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and maintenance effectiveness.

• Provide timely updates and status reports for maintenance tickets and work requests.
• Coordinate maintenance workflow with shop production schedules to minimize operational disruptions.
• Prioritize maintenance activities based on production needs, equipment downtime, and operational requirements.
• Work variable shifts as needed to support shop operations, maintenance schedules, and production downtime windows.

• Coordinate with third-party vendors and service providers for specialty repairs, inspections, and maintenance services.
• Assist with managing vendor relationships and ensuring repair work is completed in a timely…