Industrial Mechanic

CMC•Birmingham, AL

About The Position

The Industrial Mechanic supports safe, reliable operation of CMC equipment and facilities by diagnosing, inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining mechanical systems in an industrial or manufacturing environment. The role uses maintenance tools and test equipment, interprets blueprints and schematics, executes work orders and preventive maintenance in SAP, and follows up on delays using QMOS. The mechanic also prepares maintenance reports and leads, coordinates, and documents assigned maintenance projects and department start-up and shut-down activities. The position requires rotating shifts, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as physically demanding work in heights and extreme temperatures. CMC offers training and advancement opportunities and describes benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off and vacation, a 401(k) company match, a lifestyle benefit, competitive compensation and bonuses, company-paid life and disability insurance, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work at heights for extended periods in extreme temperatures.
Ability to use precision measurement instruments.
Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to read hydraulic schematics, troubleshoot hydraulic systems, and diagnose pressure-related issues.
Advanced experience with pumps, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, and rigging/heavy-load calculations.
Minimum five years of experience in heavy industrial or manufacturing environments.
Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and willingness to support team and shift coverage needs.
Ability to perform physically demanding work.

Nice To Haves

Experience with welding, cutting, fabrication, and equipment maintenance is preferred.
At least one year of field experience in heavy industrial operations and/or a manufacturing environment is preferred.
At least one year of experience with welding, cutting, fabrication, and equipment maintenance is preferred.
At least three years of field experience in heavy industrial operations and/or a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
Fundamental knowledge of bearings, power transmission equipment, hydraulics and pneumatics, lubrication, welding principles, rigging, overhead cranes, gearboxes, and mobile equipment operation.

Responsibilities

Participate in CMC Safety Programs and uphold the CMC Safety Culture.
Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment, hand tools, and personal knowledge to determine root causes.
Use SAP's maintenance module and computers to obtain information, document work, account for time, and record corrective actions.
Demonstrate dependable attendance, complete work, and remain flexible to meet business needs.
Determine grades and sizes of bolts, pipes, tubing, cables, and wires.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
Meet work-quality expectations.
Monitor and inspect equipment for defects and remove defective parts by dismantling devices with hoists, overhead cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
Follow safety rules, regulations, and personal protective equipment requirements to prevent workplace injuries.
Lead, coordinate, and document assigned maintenance projects, including work involving processes, peers, and contractors.
Lead department start-up and shut-down activities in accordance with standard operating or routine procedures.
Troubleshoot issues as they arise.
Use SAP to execute work orders and preventive maintenance, and use QMOS to follow up on delays.