Job Fair/Walk-In Open House
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
2-6pm
Saint-Gobain
6600 Walmore Rd, Niagara Falls (Wheatfield), NY 14304
Job Overview
The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing routine and preventative maintenance on industrial machinery, mechanical equipment, and building systems to support safe, efficient production. This hands-on role troubleshoots and repairs equipment issues, completes planned maintenance, and helps minimize unplanned downtime. Location: Wheatfield, NY. Reports to: Maintenance Manager.
Responsibilities
· Perform preventative maintenance (PM) including routine inspections, lubrication/greasing/oiling, and servicing gearboxes and reservoirs; maintain PM records.
· Troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of manufacturing equipment and systems (motors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, air and water lines, valves, PLCs, etc.).
· Diagnose equipment issues impacting product quality and coordinate with operators to identify and resolve machine problems.
· Repair or fabricate parts as needed; tear down and rebuild worn components.
· Perform welding and fabrication (gas/arc) to repair or create parts and supports as required.
· Complete pipefitting work including running air/water lines, low-pressure pipe welding, rebuilding hydraulic cylinders/pumps/valves, setting up regulator systems, pressure testing, and building hydraulic hoses/lines.
· Support facility maintenance and general building work, including carpentry, interior/exterior painting, and remodeling/building offices as needed.
· Document maintenance activities and maintain equipment/machine history records.
· Monitor tools, spare parts, and supplies; request replenishment as needed.
· Coordinate maintenance activities with production supervisors and engineers to align with production schedules.
· Assist with installation and commissioning of new equipment.
· Maintain a clean and safe work environment; follow OSHA and company safety standards, including lockout/tagout and 5S expectations; respond to and repair malfunctioning safety devices.
Requirements
· High School Diploma or GED (required).
· 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (required).
· Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems (required).
· Ability to interpret and update blueprints, schematics, machine manuals, and drawings (required).
· Proficiency with hand and power tools (required).
· Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills (required).
· Excellent time management and ability to work independently with minimal supervision (required).
· Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively across departments (required).
· Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) (required).
· Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; familiarity with Access (required).
· Forklift/Boom Lift/Scissor Lift certification (required).
· Basic welding and fabrication skills (preferred).
· Journey papers (preferred).
· Technical certificate or Associate degree in Electrical Construction & Maintenance, or related field (preferred).
· Ability to complete required training programs and safely perform job duties in an industrial environment (required).
Pay: From $36.46 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
