Industrial Maintenance Specialist

  • PeopleSolutions
  • Williamsburg, VA, USA
  • May 14, 2026
Installation-Maint-Repair

Job Description

Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic (Rotating Shift)
Location: Greater Williamsburg, VA
Schedule: 8-hour rotating shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd; includes weekends and holidays)

About the Opportunity
Join a global manufacturing leader with over a century of experience producing high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions for well-known brands across food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. This facility has been a long-standing, respected employer in the area, offering strong compensation, excellent benefits, and a collaborative, team-driven work environment with opportunities for long-term growth.

Position Overview
The Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. This role supports production by minimizing downtime and maintaining the reliability of critical machinery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, repair, dismantle, and assemble plant machinery and equipment

  • Troubleshoot and maintain electrical and mechanical systems (motors, control panels, PLCs, VFDs, circuit breakers, etc.)

  • Inspect and maintain production equipment and supporting systems

  • Adjust production lines to ensure consistent product flow

  • Maintain conveyors, material handling systems, and related components

  • Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals

  • Complete maintenance reports and documentation

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Journeyman certification (Mechanical or Electrical) OR 5+ years of equivalent experience

  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

  • Experience with gearboxes, VFDs, and industrial equipment

  • Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams

  • Basic computer skills (email, data entry, Word)

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs regularly

  • Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays

  • Must pass a mechanical and electrical aptitude assessment

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision coverage

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • 401(k) with employer contributions

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Wellness programs with employer incentives

  • Employee assistance programs

  • Financial planning resources

If you are interested, please send your resume to:

Pete Bolog
peteb@peoplesolutions.cc

EOE