Maintenance Mechanic

East Chicago, IN 46312

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Category: Technician Job Number: 40770892 Compensation: $30-34 / hour

Job Description

Title: Maintenance Mechanic

Location: East Chicago, IN

Hire Type: Contract-to-Hire
Hourly Rate: $30-34.00

Overview: Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary: Maintain equipment according to the Preventive Maintenance program. Diagnose and repair mechanical problems and perform emergency and proactive repairs of buildings and grounds, production equipment, and machinery while minimizing down time.

Job Duties:

  • Core competencies are:
    • Electrical
    • Hydraulics
    • Pneumatics
  • Knowledge of LOTO and SDS is required
  • Repair emergency/reactive repairs of production equipment and machinery minimizing downtime
  • Performs inspection of completed maintenance and documents results
  • Complete and maintains paperwork for maintenance performed
  • Operate Forklifts, overhead cranes, and other equipment as necessary
  • Read and follow QWI and other work instructions necessary to properly assembly product
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical problems, replace or repair parts to mechanical, electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic components

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Basic computer skills
  • Mechanical and technical aptitude
  • Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
  • PLC experience

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Amy Badal
Technical Recruiter

Amy Badal is a seasoned Senior Recruiter passionate about connecting with individuals across diverse industries and various career stages. With an impressive 7-year tenure at Sterling, Amy has become an invaluable asset to the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

Amy's journey in recruiting spans over 11 years, during which she has acquired a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Her fascination with working alongside people from different backgrounds and professional levels has driven her successful career.

As a Senior Recruiter, Amy thrives on collaborating with candidates and hiring partners in the railroad industry. She relishes the chance to contribute to their career growth and the overall success of the organizations she serves. Amy's ability to understand each individual's unique needs and aspirations allows her to make insightful and tailored placements that benefit both parties.

One of Amy's most valuable pieces of advice is never to burn bridges and always maintain high professionalism throughout the hiring process.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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