Description
The General Mechanic supports plant operations by maintaining and repairing production equipment, forklifts, and facility systems in a fast‑paced PVC pipe manufacturing environment. This role works closely with the Maintenance and Production departments to troubleshoot mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, support equipment changeovers and projects, and complete welding and fabrication tasks. The mechanic ensures all machinery and material‑handling equipment operate safely, efficiently, and reliably to keep production lines running smoothly.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform routine forklift maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, coolant checks, and lubrication.
• Inspect and replace forklift tires (pneumatic and cushion).
• Conduct brake inspections and perform mechanical brake repairs.
• Inspect and service hydraulic systems, including hoses, cylinders, and mast components.
• Check and maintain proper fluid levels (hydraulic, transmission, brake, engine).
• Inspect forks, chains, mast rollers, and carriage assemblies for wear and safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues involving engines, transmissions, and drive systems.
• Replace belts, hoses, spark plugs, and other wear components.
• Conduct safety inspections to ensure forklifts meet OSHA and company standards.
• Maintain accurate service logs and maintenance records for all forklifts.
• Respond promptly to operator‑reported issues and perform timely repairs.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with supervisors to minimize downtime.
• Keep forklift maintenance tools, parts, and work areas organized.
• Assist with ordering parts and maintaining inventory when authorized.
• Maintain work area to THM standards.
• Install, set up, and maintain mechanical equipment throughout the facility.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and apply proper repair and troubleshooting procedures.
• Safely operate welding, cutting, power tools, and hand tools.
• Determine when parts require replacement and perform necessary repairs.
• Use rigging equipment safely when required.
• Work cooperatively with the Maintenance department and support operational needs.
• Perform mechanical duties alongside other team members.
• Operate mobile hoisting equipment.
• Follow safe working practices and report hazardous conditions immediately.
• Complete required documentation, logs, and maintenance records accurately.
• Operate forklifts as necessary and maintain forklift certification.
• Perform routine inspections to identify and diagnose equipment issues.
• Repair mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical components as needed.
• Communicate effectively with operators and supervisors regarding equipment issues and repair status.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or recognized equivalent OR at least 1 year of related experience and/or training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
COMPUTER SKILLS: None required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively with employees.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as fractions, percentages, decimals, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Adequate sight, hearing, and use of limbs to safely operate powered vehicles.
• Ability to distinguish product identification, warning labels, and operational indicators.
• Hearing capability to recognize differences between warning alarms and normal operating sounds.
• Visual ability to assess accuracy and neatness of assigned tasks.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required for operating, cleaning, or servicing equipment.
• Ability to maintain balance when walking, standing, or crouching in all work areas.
• Ability to verbally communicate in person or by telephone.
• Ability to clearly hear and understand verbal communication.
• Ability to read and understand written communication.
• Ability to lift or handle objects safely within the 50‑pound limit and request assistance when exceeding that weight.
• Ability to walk through, under, and around equipment with a minimum clearance of 30 inches.
• Ability to operate telephones, calculators, and similar devices.
• Ability to feel objects, textures, sizes, shapes, and temperatures using fingertips or hands.
• Ability to grasp and safely use manual and powered tools (power saws, drills, hammers, presses, latches, etc.).
• Visual capability to safely operate machinery and tools at arm’s length.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Inside and outside environments apply.
• Subject to extreme cold (below 32°F) for periods longer than one hour.
• Subject to extreme heat (above 100°F) for periods longer than one hour.
• Subject to noise levels requiring raised voice to be heard.
• Subject to vibration and fluctuating body movements.
• Subject to hazards such as moving machinery, electrical currents, falling debris, chemicals, gases, high heat, or explosives.
• Subject to unregulated atmospheric conditions including odors, fumes, gases, poor ventilation, and dust.
JM Eagle is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.