Maintenance Mechanic II

National Beverage•Baltimore, MD

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic II repairs and maintains production and facility equipment, installs new equipment, and maintains established preventive maintenance programs. The position requires journeyman-level skills in machine repair, plant mechanics, or millwright work, along with the ability to read mechanical and electrical prints, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, and perform pipe fitting for air, water, and hydraulic systems. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing high-speed production equipment, responding to production-line calls, performing equipment changeovers, and developing and scheduling preventive maintenance. The mechanic works independently from general instructions and takes the lead in resolving technical, unusual, or complex problems. The position requires 12-hour shifts and schedule flexibility, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Work may take place in manufacturing and warehouse settings, where PPE is required and noise can increase significantly.

Requirements

Full journeyman qualifications in Machine Repair, Plant Mechanic, or Millwright work.
Proficiency in reading mechanical and electrical prints and pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
Proficiency in pipe fitting for air, water, and hydraulic systems.
Good attendance record.
High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a related field with proven industry experience.
Ability to read schematics.
Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word.
Strong analytical skills.
Knowledge of OSHA laws and ability to implement required OSHA training for the department.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
At least 18 years old.
Favorable background and drug exam.
Ability and willingness to work 12-hour shifts and a flexible full-time schedule that may include weekends and holidays.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common information, reports, and other documents; respond to common inquiries or complaints; and effectively present information to management.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and potentially push or pull up to 500 pounds using a dolly or pallet jack.
Ability to meet physical demands that include walking, standing for long periods, sitting, talking or hearing, using hands and fingers, bending, squatting, reaching, and turning.

Nice To Haves

Beverage industry experience.
Knowledge of MP2 software.
PLC experience.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Perform equipment changeovers, answer production-line calls, and troubleshoot problems.
Apply basic electrical skills and repair and maintain high-speed production equipment.
Practice safe work habits, follow lockout/tagout procedures, complete required OSHA training, and correct unsafe conditions as necessary.
Respond to repair requests from line supervisors or operators.
Schedule preventive maintenance and develop preventive maintenance needs and requirements.
Participate in daily meetings and report maintenance department objectives and opportunities.
Install and rebuild equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic devices and hydraulic systems.
Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems in a timely manner.
Independently complete assignments based on general instructions and take the lead in resolving technical, unusual, or complex problems.
Interact positively with the public and other employees and promote a cooperative working environment.
Coordinate multiple projects while prioritizing competing demands and time frames.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.