Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with hands-on stick welding (SMAW) experience to perform equipment repairs, fabrication, and general industrial maintenance in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, welding proficiency, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform stick welding (SMAW) on carbon steel and other metal components to repair, reinforce, and fabricate industrial equipment.
• Complete industrial maintenance and mechanical repairs on production machinery, conveyors, structural components, and related equipment.
• Diagnose equipment issues and perform corrective and preventive maintenance.
• Cut, fit, grind, and prepare metal components for welding and repair.
• Read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings.
• Repair and fabricate brackets, frames, supports, platforms, and machine components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems, including motors, bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Inspect welds for quality, strength, and structural integrity.
• Safely operate welding machines, grinders, cutting torches, and other shop equipment

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous experience in industrial maintenance, welding, fabrication, or a related field.
• Hands-on stick welding (SMAW) experience required.
• Ability to perform welding repairs on industrial machinery and heavy metal components.
• Knowledge of metal preparation, fitting, cutting, grinding, and finishing.
• Ability to read blueprints, measurements, and welding symbols.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Familiarity with industrial safety procedures and welding practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Welding certification or technical training preferred but not required, depending on experience.