Maintenance Mechanic- 2nd shift

Company: Valley Rubber
Location: Falkville
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic Are you searching for Stability, Growth Opportunities, and a Teamwork Environment? We are looking for individuals to grow with us, help fortify our Extreme Ownership mentality, and go home each day proud of their meaningful contribution. We are a company that invests in YOU! GRT Rubber offers exciting career opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits packages including: Vacation Time 12 Paid Holidays Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Matching 401K Life & Disability Insurance Paid Referral Program Job Goal: The maintenance technician is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site's business goals and objectives. Duties & Responsibilities: Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs equipment including but not limited to: PLC's, motor starters and overloads, motors, forklifts, hydraulic presses, mills, pneumatic controls, boilers, compressors, and other production machines. Follows diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshoot malfunctions and performs root cause analysis. Removes and replaces defective parts by dismantling equipment, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, pneumatic, and power tools. Controls downtime by working with production workers to schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance. Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment. Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum 5 years maintenance experience at journeyman level in industrial maintenance. High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship preferred. Must have a strong knowledge of 3 phase electrical and general industrial repair, such as motor starters, thermal overloads, hydraulic control valves, sensors, hydraulic pumps, forklift repair, etc. PLC and robot controls are a plus. Must be able to provide personal hand tools. Must have ability to read, write and interpret technical documents and instructions, electrical and mechanical drawings, equipment blueprints and piping and instrumentation drawings. Must have customer service and leadership ability to take ownership of any maintenance related problems. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment. Must be able to handle multiple priorities. Must be proactive, results orientated, and have a strong attention to detail. Position Type & Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, minimum of 40 hours per week. Overtime is often required and must be able to work overtime on short notice and according to an on-call schedule Joining our team isn't just accepting a job, it's launching a career and getting your foot in a door that can lead to many others.

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