Maintenance Mechanic; 2nd & 3rd Shift
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Industrial Maintenance
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Description
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for handling the electrical and mechanical projects for our facilities including equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance.
Description
The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for handling the electrical and mechanical projects for our facilities including equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance.
This position runs Monday - Friday, with the following shifts:
2nd
Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
3rd
Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
KEY RESPOBSIBILITIES
- Troubleshoots and repairs various manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
- Uses power and hand tools to perform repair and maintenance work.
- Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, and manufacturer's instructions.
- Install, set up, and tune new injection molding machines or similar plastic molding systems. May install and maintain fixtures and facilities.
- Services equipment used by oiling, greasing, and adding gas as required.
- Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
- Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Preferred two or more years of experience as an industrial mechanic.
- Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and schematics.
- Skill in applying building and equipment maintenance/repair techniques.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Ability to work overtime with a flex schedule on the weekends.
- Requires some pushing, pulling, or lifting of objects up to 50 pounds.
- This position pays $30.00 - $40.00 per hour depending on experience
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Free Life and Disability Insurance
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of free online courses
- Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
- Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
- Referral Program with cash bonus
- Access to on-demand pay
- Paid parental leave
- A more complete list of benefits can be found here www.
Central Benefits.org
Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, C&S, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.Seniority level
- Seniority level
Entry level
- Employment type
Full-time
- Job function
Management and Manufacturing - Industries Manufacturing
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