Maintenance Mechanic

Greif • Taylors, SC

22d • $22 - $38

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic performs preventive maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and minor to moderate repairs on machinery and equipment. The role documents maintenance work, helps manage tools and replacement parts, supports equipment installation and modification projects, and follows technical documentation and company safety procedures. The mechanic works under general guidance from more senior mechanics and may assist junior mechanics with routine questions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Typically 2–4 years of experience.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Skill in using diagnostic tools to assess performance and functionality.
• Troubleshooting ability to identify root causes and perform moderate repairs.
• Knowledge of technical documents, schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs.
• Accuracy in documenting repairs and recommending future maintenance.
• Organizational skills to manage tools, supplies, and replacement parts.
• Capability to support equipment installation, modification, and relocation.
• Communication skills to share feedback and assist junior mechanics.
• Ability to work under general guidance while following safety and operating procedures.
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and compliance with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, including visual inspections, checking fluid levels, lubrication, cleaning, tightening and adjusting components, replacing parts, and calibrating sensors and gauges.
• Perform diagnostic tests to assess the condition, performance, and functionality of machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues, identify causes using tests and diagnostic tools, and determine the materials, replacement parts, and tools needed for minor to moderate repairs.
• Document maintenance and repair activities, including parts used and work performed, and provide recommendations for future repairs or adjustments.
• Inspect and maintain workshop tools and equipment to keep them in good working condition.
• Manage supplies by inventorying stock, ordering replacements, receiving and verifying items, and requesting replenishments as needed.
• Assist with projects involving the installation, modification, or relocation of machinery and equipment.
• Follow technical documents and instructions, including diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer instructions, blueprints, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Provide feedback on ongoing issues.
• Complete role-related paperwork, including work orders, parts request forms, RCA reports, PM inspection sheets, runtime inspection sheets, and downtime reports.
• Follow guidance from senior mechanics and assist junior mechanics with routine questions as needed.
• Follow company and operational safety procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and local benefits for eligible colleagues.
• May be eligible for a short-term incentive.
• Opportunity for growth.

What This Job Offers

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