Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift (Monday - Friday 12:00AM - 8:00AM) Starting pay $31.00 per hour Up to $37.00
Atkore · New Bedford, MA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Atkore (industrial) in New Bedford, MA. Self-motivation to drive timely repair of production equipment to meet customers’ expectations.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 64 live postings that list pay, out of 2470 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 42 other live reliability postings in Massachusetts.
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 44%
- EHS / safety 33%
- ✓ Welding 30%
- PLC 30%
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requirements
the machinery may need.
requirements
on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
- ✓Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
- ✓Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
- ✓Determines changes in dimensional
requirements
of parts by inspecting used parts, using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- ✓Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, and straightedges.
- ✓Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
- ✓Fabricates repair parts by using basic machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
- ✓Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; requesting needed parts from storeroom or from Maintenance Supervisors.
- ✓Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
- ✓Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
- ✓Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. Completes needed paperwork for all needed procedures for the job function.
- ✓Maintains technical knowledge by attending Atkore 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. Complies with all internal S and E policies. Always drives and foster the Atkore Life Savings Rules.
- ✓Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results using AFC’s Operating Principles: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Innovation
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Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift (Monday - Friday 12:00AM - 8:00AM) Starting pay $31.00 per hour Up to $37.00
Who we are
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for
We are currently searching for a Maintenance Mechanic at our Duchaine facility. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this person will be responsible for ensuring the safe operation of machinery. Troubleshooting machinery determines the
What you’ll do
Ensures the safe operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance
What you'll bring
- •5 years’ experience working as a mechanic with fabrication skills in a manufacturing production environment.
- •Vocational trade education will be counted as 2 years’ experience. Atkore production experience may be counted for the needed experience. Internal Maintenance training programs will be counted towards work experience.
- •Must be flexible with working on other shifts to complete needed critical tasks.
- •Comply with daily and weekend overtime to meet customer needs.
- •Experience in maintenance and/or repair of production machinery, pneumatic systems, conveyor systems, and plant infrastructure. (Building and Grounds).
- •Experience with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions.
- •Must have basic mechanic tools on site.
- •Must have technical understanding and knowledge diagrams and schematics.
- •Experience with basic electrical trouble shooting using an electrical meter.
- •Diagnosing and repairs to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- •Basic welding and brazing skills and an understanding of general hand power tools.
- •Basic plumbing skills with plastic, copper, and steel materials.
- •Completion of internal S and E policies and certifications is mandatory.
- •Self-motivation to drive timely repair of production equipment to meet customers’ expectations.
- •Full understanding and compliance with Atkore’s LOTO program
- •Reading and writing English to fill out reports and compliance reports.
What you'll bring
- •High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- •Must have 5+ years of experience working in Operations, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain management.
- •Must have 1-3 years of experience working with metal fabrication and/or purchasing.
- •Excellent written and communication skills, the ability to write procedures, and good training skills.
- •Must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.
- •Ability to work in a team environment and as an individual contributor.
Within 3 months, you’ll
- •Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
- •Have learned our systems and procedures.
Within 6 months, you’ll
- •Understand the business well enough to own and drive operational activities with minimal internal support.
- •Have assumed ownership of targeted locations and accountable for performance expectations.
Within 12 months, you’ll
- •Manage the preventative maintenance of machines.
- •Own and maintain master data for assigned locations.
- •Be developing and driving best practices and demonstrating an ability to get results through influencing others.
Who we are
Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough r