1st Shift Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability Technician

Job Title

1st Shift Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability Technician

Job Category : Manufacturing

Requisition Number : MAINT006225

Employment Type : Full Time

Location : On-site

Job Summary
The Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving the performance and reliability of manufacturing equipment. This role goes beyond reactive repair to focus on preventive, predictive, and root-cause-based maintenance practices that drive long-term equipment uptime, safety, and asset life.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on mechanical professional who combines strong technical skills with structured problem-solving, documentation discipline, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

We have a 1st shift position available 8:00am – 6:00pm Monday through Thursday.

Responsibilities
Equipment Reliability & Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems on conventional and CNC machine tools, including hydraulic, pneumatic, drive, and motion components

Diagnose failures using structured troubleshooting methods, not trial-and-error

Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on recurring or chronic equipment issues and implement permanent corrective actions

Validate repairs through proper testing and follow-up to ensure long-term effectiveness

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

Execute preventive maintenance (PM) tasks per documented procedures and schedules

Identify gaps, inefficiencies, or improvement opportunities in PM plans and recommend changes

Support predictive maintenance activities (vibration, temperature, lubrication condition, visual standards) as applicable

Ensure equipment is returned to operation in a safe, repeatable, and maintainable condition

Accurately document work performed, parts used, findings, and corrective actions in the CMMS

Provide input on equipment history, repeat failures, and improvement opportunities

Support reliability initiatives such as precision maintenance, lubrication standards, mechanical alignment, and error-proofing

Participate in reliability, safety, and improvement projects as assigned

Fabrication & Mechanical Work

Fabricate, modify, and repair mechanical components and tooling as required

Perform basic welding, cutting, and fitting using approved procedures

Support installation, relocation, and upgrade of equipment and facility assets

Safety & Standards

Follow all safety policies, LOTO procedures, and equipment standards

Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment risks, and improvement opportunities

Maintain high workmanship standards and leave equipment cleaner and safer than found

Qualifications
Required

Strong understanding of mechanical systems, including:

Bearings, shafts, gearing, couplings

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Mechanical drives and motion systems

Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics

Working knowledge of troubleshooting methodologies and failure modes

Comfortable working in a CMMS-driven maintenance environment

High school diploma or GED required

Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Preferred

Industrial Mechanic Certification, Millwright Certification, or equivalent technical training

3–5+ years of experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance

Experience with:

Root cause analysis techniques (5 Whys, Fishbone, fault tree, etc.)

Reliability or continuous improvement programs

CNC machine maintenance

Strong written communication skills for documentation and reporting work

Technical degree, apprenticeship, or certification strongly preferred

Physical Demands

Full-time; 40 hours per week with occasional overtime

Willingness to work varied shifts as business needs dictate

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching

Must have close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception suitable for mechanical work

Why Join Us?

Work for a collaborative, experienced leadership team.

Be part of an industry leader with a strong brand reputation and an innovation-driven culture.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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