MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

See Where You’ll Work:

Take a quick look at our team and the work environment at our new South Baltimore plant.

Role Overview:

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician keeps our cable production lines running safely and reliably by troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, carrying out preventive maintenance, and supporting the installation and commissioning of new machinery as the plant starts up. This includes extrusion and CCV lines, wire drawing and stranding machines, armoring lines, take-up/pay-off systems, cranes, and auxiliary equipment. This is a full-time, hourly position. Training will begin on a day shift schedule. The maintenance team is expected to support a 24/7 operation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures that cause production delays or downtime, working quickly to get lines back up safely
• Repair and rebuild gearboxes, bearings, couplings, pumps, chains, belts, sprockets, and drive components
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, hoses, and compressors
• Support plant utilities such as compressed air, cooling water and chillers, and material handling equipment including overhead cranes
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance (inspections, lubrication, vibration checks, belt and chain adjustments) to improve equipment reliability
• Perform shaft and coupling alignment (laser alignment preferred) on motors, gearboxes, and rotating equipment
• Participate in planned shutdowns and overhauls of production units
• Assist with the placing/setting, leveling, alignment, and commissioning of new machinery as the Wagner’s Point plant ramps up, working alongside equipment vendors and our engineering team
• Fabricate, weld, and modify brackets, guards, and parts as needed
• Utilize CMMS to receive, update, and close work orders, record work history, and request parts
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and working at heights requirements; coordinate equipment isolation with production and contractors
• Participate in the plant’s on-call program to support maintenance needs after hours and on weekends
• Report equipment, quality, and process problems, recommend improvements, and share knowledge with coworkers and production operators

Qualifications/Skills:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a technical program in industrial maintenance or mechanical technology, industrial maintenance apprenticeship, or equivalent military training preferred.
• Previous mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment is required
• Experience in a wire and cable, steel, plastics, paper, or similar environment preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude with heavy rotating equipment, gearboxes, motors, and conveyor systems
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and compressed air systems
• Experience with precision alignments preferred
• Welding, cutting, and basic fabrication skills (MIG, stick, and torch) is a plus
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, and equipment manuals
• Comfortable with hand and power tools, precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators), and rigging
• Exposure to extruders, cranes, or forklift operation is a plus
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email); experience with SAP PM or another CMMS is a plus
• Willingness to work a 12-hour shift schedule as needed, including some nights, weekends, and holidays, plus overtime and on-call coverage as needed
• Good written and spoken English; strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, kneel, and work in tight spaces or at heights for extended periods, and to lift up to 50 lbs
• High integrity, accountability, and commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous learning

HOURLY PAY RANGE: $38.00 - $42.00 per hour

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience. Overtime opportunities are available. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following date of hire, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid hands-on training on new equipment.

Hellenic Cables Americas is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

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