Mechanic
Keep Critical Systems Running. Make an Environmental Impact.
Are you a hands-on mechanic who enjoys solving problems, fixing equipment, and keeping operations running at peak performance? Join Solution Group, where your skills directly support essential wastewater treatment systems serving some of the nation's most demanding industrial facilities.
At Solution Group, we partner with dairy processors, food and beverage manufacturers, and rendering facilities across the United States to deliver operational excellence, environmental compliance, and cost-effective wastewater treatment solutions. We're looking for a skilled Mechanic who takes pride in quality workmanship, preventative maintenance, and finding solutions when equipment challenges arise.
If you enjoy working with pumps, motors, mechanical systems, and industrial equipment while making a real impact on environmental performance, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As a Mechanic, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of wastewater treatment operations by:
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pumps, motors, blowers, valves, piping systems, and other plant equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance to maximize uptime and equipment life.
- Respond to maintenance issues quickly and safely to minimize operational disruptions.
Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Diagnose mechanical failures and identify root causes.
- Work closely with operators and technical teams to resolve equipment and process issues.
- Support continuous improvement efforts that increase reliability and efficiency.
Installation & Upgrades
- Assist with installation, testing, startup, and commissioning of new equipment.
- Recommend repairs, replacements, and upgrades that improve system performance.
Documentation & Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspections, and repair documentation.
- Utilize CMMS software, including MaintainX, to track work orders and equipment history.
- Monitor spare parts inventory and assist with procuring critical maintenance supplies.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety procedures and environmental regulations.
- Ensure mechanical systems operate in compliance with applicable standards and requirements.
- Properly use PPE and maintain a safe work environment.
Team Support
- Provide equipment guidance to plant operators.
- Participate in ongoing training and skill development.
- Support special projects, facility improvements, and emergency repair efforts as needed.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves, piping systems, and industrial mechanical equipment.
- Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and work in a physically demanding environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Vocational training or certification in mechanics, industrial maintenance, or a related field.
- Experience in wastewater treatment, food processing, manufacturing, or similar industrial operations.
- Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Experience with MaintainX.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
Work Environment
This role is based at an industrial wastewater treatment facility and requires working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather and plant conditions. Team members may be exposed to:
- Industrial equipment and machinery
- Noise and vibrations
- Wastewater treatment processes
- Chemicals and treatment products
- Odorous environments
Appropriate PPE is provided and required.
Why Join Solution Group?
At Solution Group, we're building a team of dedicated professionals who take pride in solving complex operational challenges and helping customers succeed. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced professionals, develop your technical skills, and contribute to environmentally responsible operations across a variety of industries.
We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) program
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Career growth within a growing organization
Compensation: Starting pay is based on qualifications, experience, education, location, market conditions, and internal equity considerations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Solution Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Ready to put your mechanical skills to work in an essential industry? Apply today and help keep critical wastewater treatment systems operating at their best.
Pay: $34.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Industrial mechanic: 2 years (Required)
- Wastewater treatment: 2 years (Preferred)
- Mechanical troubleshooting: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Linkwood, MD 21835 (Required)
Work Location: In person
