Maintenance Mechanic

Doncasters•Springfield, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Doncasters Storms Forge is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Springfield, Massachusetts. The role helps ensure production equipment and the facility operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. The mechanic performs hands-on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repairs across mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and works with departments across the site to identify equipment issues, reduce downtime, and keep machinery operating at full capacity. The expected schedule is 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. The pay range is $24.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

Three years of previous experience in a similar role.
Previous industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic equipment.
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment or working knowledge of PLCs.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to diagnose equipment problems and identify effective solutions.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Experience with industrial equipment installations.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, or a related field.
Completion of a traditional apprenticeship and/or equivalent technical education.
Welding and fabrication experience.
Low-voltage electrical experience.
HVAC experience.
Advanced Apprenticeship or HNC equivalent in electrical engineering.
Good PLC programming, fault-finding, and diagnostic knowledge.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and machinery.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment breakdowns.
Maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Assist with troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
Support industrial equipment installations as needed.
Document daily maintenance activities and provide detailed written descriptions of work performed.
Perform welding and fabrication work as required and within skill level.
Assist with facility and groundskeeping duties as required.
Communicate with production and other departments about equipment status, repairs, and maintenance needs.
Prioritize maintenance activities to support safe and efficient plant operations.