About the Role
International Wire Group is hiring experienced Industrial Maintenance Mechanics to join their manufacturing team. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting equipment, solving mechanical problems, and ensuring efficient production by repairing and maintaining industrial machinery and supporting maintenance programs.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and determine the appropriate corrective action.
- Disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery and equipment.
- Overhaul gearboxes and replace bearings, bushings, and other mechanical components.
- Complete electrical repairs and troubleshooting within your level of training and experience.
- Support the development and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
- Complete assigned maintenance work accurately, safely, and within established timelines.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns with a strong focus on minimizing downtime and restoring production.
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical instructions.
- Determine the correct method and sequence for assembling, repairing, or installing machinery and equipment.
- Complete work orders and maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, preventive maintenance, and daily activities.
- Inspect, clean, and maintain tools and maintenance equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Communicate equipment status, completed work, and outstanding issues to supervisors, coworkers, and incoming shifts.
- Partner with Production and other departments to identify equipment concerns and support operational needs.
- Apply troubleshooting methods and root-cause analysis to help prevent recurring equipment problems.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
- Follow company policies, safety procedures, OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout practices, and required personal protective equipment guidelines.
- Provide support to coworkers and contribute to a positive, team-oriented maintenance environment.
Requirements
- At least three years of relevant maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical equipment and industrial machinery.
- Experience completing electrical and mechanical repairs.
- Working knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
- Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and manufacturer documentation.
- Knowledge of root-cause analysis and structured troubleshooting methods.
- Familiarity with 5S, Lean manufacturing, and continuous-improvement practices.
- Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements, including personal protective equipment, energy control, confined-space safety, chemical safety, and fall protection.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize equipment uptime and respond to maintenance needs with an appropriate sense of urgency.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective problem-solving, organization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to remain focused and work effectively under pressure.
- Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach to work.
- Candidates should be available for periodic emergency callouts during off-shift hours, including some weekends and holidays, based on operational needs.
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Electrical repair
- Preventive maintenance
- Corrective maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Schematic reading
- Diagram interpretation
- Equipment manual interpretation
- Root-cause analysis
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Organization skills
- Time-management skills
Location
- Rome, New York
Work Type
- Full-Time
- 2nd Shift
Experience Level
- 3+ years preferred
Education Level
- Associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanical technology, electrical technology, or a related field is preferred. Relevant hands-on manufacturing maintenance experience may be considered in place of a degree.
Salary/Compensations
- $29.50–$34.00 per hour
About the Company
- International Wire Group is a leading manufacturer of copper wire products that support critical applications across a broad range of industries.
- As a Pantheon Electric company, they are committed to operational excellence, workplace safety, product quality, continuous improvement, and investing in their people.
Equal Opportunity
- International Wire Group, a Pantheon Electric company, is an equal opportunity employer.
