Maintenance Mechanic

Doncasters Group•Springfield, MA

10d•$30 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Doncasters Storms Forge is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Springfield, MA. The expected hours for this position are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, with a pay range of $30.00–$50.00 per hour, based on experience. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will help ensure our production equipment and facility operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. You will perform hands-on troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repairs across mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. You will also collaborate with multiple departments across the site to identify equipment issues, minimize downtime, and keep machinery operating at full capacity.

Requirements

Previous industrial maintenance experience
Experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and pneumatic equipment
Experience working with PLC-controlled equipment or a 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
3 years previous experience in a similar role
Experience of working in a manufacturing organisation

Nice To Haves

Technical certification in mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, or a related field
Traditional apprenticeship completion and/or equivalent technical education
Welding and fabrication experience
Low-voltage electrical experience
HVAC experience
Completed an Advanced Apprenticeship or HNC equivalent in Electrical engineering with a good PLC knowledge in programming, fault finding and diagnosis

Responsibilities

Perform preventative 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 effectively with production and other departments regarding equipment status, repairs, and maintenance needs
Prioritize maintenance activities to support safe and efficient plant operations