Maintence Mechanic
Peabody, MA
The Maintenance Mechanic will ensure operation of the facility’s mechanical and electrical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on production and other related equipment.
8/29/2025
Maintenance Mechanic
Peabody, MA
$25.00 to $34 per hour depending on experience
The Maintenance Mechanic will ensure operation of the facility’s mechanical and electrical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on production and other related equipment.
Key Job Responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic
- Ensure proper operation of production related equipment including motors, conveyor systems and other related machinery, and by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions.
- Perform daily inspections, emergency repairs and routine adjustments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to equipment failures.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
- Analyze and solve electro/mechanical problems of processing, packaging, and auxiliary equipment.
- Interpret electrical schematics, understanding technical manuals, and following written instructions.
- Interpret technical information necessary for proper repairs to equipment.
- Use of diagnostic equipment including multimeters and other test instruments.
- Communicate with Production Team and other mechanics to identify problematic areas of concern.
- Perform established preventative maintenance and identify new activities, as needed.
- Follow and understand verbal instructions in a fast-paced environment.
- Support any afterhours building needs and activities as required.
- Participate in daily meetings, prioritizing and reviewing the daily schedule of work.
- Interface with all departments and other personnel in an effective and efficient manner.
- Able to operate scissor lift, forklift, pallet jack and stand-up jack etc.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications and Requirements of the Maintenance Mechanic
- Strong Electrical skills preferred.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years technical school or training.
- 4 + years in Maintenance Mechanic role or related experience and/or training; required.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of OSHA Standards, USDA, and SQF Regulations.
- Manufacturing knowledge and understanding of facility efficiencies, and operations procedures.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Good planning and priority setting skills.
- Bilingual a plus (Spanish Language).
- May be required to work long hours and weekends. Working Conditions Warehouse, Food Distribution Environment in a manufacturing facility. Physical Requirements
- Able to lift 75 lbs. or more
- Employee will be subject to dust, noise, and odor.
- Employee will be subject to cold weather conditions (32F)
- Able to stand for long periods of time.
- Able to push/pull heavy objects.
- The physical activity of this position includes, but is not limited to: Routine Standing, climbing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting, sitting, feeling, and visual activity
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