Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.•New Bedford, MA

4d•$40 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Ulbrich Precision Alloys is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for its New Bedford, Massachusetts team. The role supports continuous production by ensuring large industrial equipment and systems remain operational. The technician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment such as rolling mills, annealing furnaces, slitters, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, motors, and power transmission systems. The role may also include maintenance on cranes, forklifts, and other mobile equipment. The technician is expected to learn the company’s manufacturing equipment, systems, and maintenance program, and to identify corrective actions and production-efficiency improvements without compromising quality or safety. Work takes place across various plant areas and departments, in hot, cold, and dirty conditions, at various heights, and in some confined spaces. The base schedule is Monday through Friday, but the employee must be willing to work any shift—first, second, or third—in support of the company’s 24/7 operation. Overtime may be required and available, including other shifts and weekends. A mechanical maintenance skills assessment is required during pre-employment; after an offer is accepted, a drug/intoxicant test, background check, and pre-employment physical will be conducted. Compensation is $39.53 per hour. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to expand skills within a diverse and welcoming company culture.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, or another mechanical program.
At least two years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, farming, military, or other industrial environment, unless qualifying through the stated associate-degree pathway.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capability.
Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize and multitask.
Ability to work independently without direction and as part of a team.
Willingness and ability to work first, second, and third shifts as business needs require.
Ability to work in varied plant conditions, at heights, and in some confined spaces.
Ability to complete a mechanical maintenance skills assessment and pre-employment screening, including a drug/intoxicant test, background check, and physical.
Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Follow safety practices and rules to ensure equipment operates safely.
Perform preventive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on a variety of systems.
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment and components.
Perform other maintenance work, including installing piping, welding, rigging, and miscellaneous repairs to floors, ceilings, windows or glass, and doors.
Implement process improvements and methods to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
Use standard and specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to assess and troubleshoot issues.
Maintain accurate records of projects, including machine assembly, startup, and installation.
Participate in daily meetings to prioritize and review the work schedule.
Operate trucks, man lifts, cranes, and similar equipment.
Attend trainings and meetings as needed.
Maintain a solid attendance record and report to work on time.
Provide assistance in operating functions and areas.
Work in various plant areas, environmental conditions, at different heights, and in some confined spaces.
Work any shift in the 24/7 operation and, as needed, work overtime and weekends.