Junior Maintenance Mechanic

TriMas Corporation•Mesa, AZ

7d•$33 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Junior Maintenance Mechanic supports the maintenance and reliability of CNC production equipment, including Swiss lathes and related systems, by performing preventive maintenance, assisting with troubleshooting and repairs, and responding to equipment issues during production. This role works within established maintenance procedures and team direction and is responsible for maintaining accurate work order documentation and supporting safe, efficient shop operations.

Requirements

2-5 years of maintenance, mechanical, or technical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, or equivalent technical training (trade school, military, or vocational program).
Basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to use hand tools and perform routine maintenance tasks.
Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents, including manuals and work instructions.
Basic understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance practices.
Ability to use standard hand tools and basic diagnostic tools safely and effectively.
Ability to read and understand technical documents, including equipment manuals, work instructions, and work orders.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter and update information in a maintenance management system (CMMS).
Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate equipment issues and repair status.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures and safety requirements.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support production needs.
Basic mathematical skills sufficient to perform measurements and routine maintenance tasks.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a CNC manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance practices and basic troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
Exposure to electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems.
Experience in using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or similar work order system.
Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
Experience in MIG welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on CNC production equipment, including Swiss lathes and supporting systems, at scheduled intervals.
Respond to equipment issues during production and assist with basic troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs.
Support senior maintenance personnel and/or leadership in diagnosing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
Create, update, and close work orders in the maintenance system, ensuring accurate documentation of work performed, parts used, and equipment status.
Read and interpret equipment manuals, work orders, and technical documents to perform required maintenance and service.
Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, and changeover support as needed to maintain production flow.
Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), and verify equipment is in a safe condition prior to performing maintenance.
Maintain organization of tools, parts, and work areas, and assist in tracking and restocking maintenance consumables and spare parts.
Communicate equipment issues and repair status clearly to production and maintenance team members.
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying recurring issues and reporting them to maintenance leadership.