Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd & 3rd Shift Openings

FURST-MCNESS COMPANY • Lake City, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Furst-McNess Company is seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic for its Lake City, FL location. This role is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on plant equipment, facilities, and grounds to support safe and efficient warehouse operations. The position involves working independently and as part of a team to minimize downtime, improve reliability, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in a manufacturing and agricultural environment. The job is onsite in a warehouse/production setting with both indoor and outdoor work.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a production, manufacturing, warehouse, or agricultural environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate equipment issues clearly.
• Willingness and ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., work at heights, and perform physical tasks in an industrial environment.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training in maintenance, welding, electrical, or related trades preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain required equipment certifications with company support.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production, packaging, and warehouse equipment, vehicles, and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical (including basic 3‑phase), hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Support fabrication, welding, plumbing, carpentry, and minor construction or modification projects as needed.
• Maintain maintenance records, preventative maintenance schedules, and parts inventory.
• Safely operate and maintain tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, lifts, and other equipment.
• Complete facility and grounds upkeep tasks as needed (lighting, painting, snow removal, general repairs).
• Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, equipment lockout/tagout, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with improvement projects that enhance safety, quality, productivity, or compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5%
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays
• 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents
• Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually
• Safety Boot Reimbursement
• PPE provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED