1st Shift Maintenance/ Mechanic for Steel Service Center
Company: Benjamin Steel Company
Location: Springfield
Posted on: January 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description BENJAMIN STEEL COMPANY JOB
TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic SUPERVISED BY: Facilities Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for
maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of
machinery, equipment, vehicles, and facilities to ensure safe,
efficient, and reliable operations. This includes performing
mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs;
maintaining the company's fleet of diesel and gasoline vehicles,
flatbed trailers, and related equipment; and supporting facility
upkeep such as lighting, wiring, plumbing, landscaping, and snow
removal. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Troubleshoot, repair, and
perform preventive maintenance on plant machinery, equipment, and
fleet vehicles. Diagnose and repair flatbed trailers, pickup
trucks, and cars. Perform scheduled maintenance on vehicles and
facility systems to minimize downtime. Fabricate and install safety
guards and components in compliance with OSHA requirements. Modify,
upgrade, and install building features including lighting, wiring,
and plumbing. Maintain required maintenance records for all
equipment per OSHA and company standards. Maintain inventory of
perishable parts and ensure tools are available for immediate
repairs. Operate and maintain shop and garage tools, welding
equipment, and cutting torches safely. Communicate repair status
and priorities to the Facilities Manager; assist with evaluating
major repairs and equipment rentals when necessary. Support
facility grounds maintenance including mowing, landscaping, and
snow removal. Ensure all work areas are kept clean, organized, and
safe. Participate in ongoing training to improve technical
knowledge and skills. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Maintain good attendance and reliability, which are essential
functions of this position. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School
Diploma or GED. Working knowledge of electricity, hydraulics,
pneumatics, basic electronics, carpentry, and masonry. Strong
mechanical background. Experience in fabricating metal structures
Excellent Welding skills KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability
to work without supervision. Capable of using various hand tools
and measuring instruments. Able to improvise when necessary.
Ability to meet physical demands of position which are required 95%
of the work day (i.e. lifting up to 50 lbs independently, pushing,
pulling, standing, climbing).
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