Maintenance Mechanic

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

This hourly role follows the Scotts step pay progression scale and typically starts at $39.40 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining all industrial machinery, piping systems, and mechanical infrastructure across the plant site. Key duties include mechanical piping, rotating equipment maintenance, fabrication, and welding. A qualified candidate will demonstrate proficiency in rebuilding pumps, aligning equipment, welding, pneumatics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety First: Perform all job duties with an uncompromised focus on safety to remain incident and injury free.
• Equipment Maintenance & Repair: Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production line equipment, including conveyors, packaging machinery, stacking equipment, and mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Fabrication: Install, maintain, and perform steel cutting and fabrication as needed.
• Diagnostic & Root Cause Analysis: Systematically troubleshoot equipment and systems to identify and resolve the root cause of failures.
• Equipment Installation: Perform or assist with the installation, setup, and precision alignment of new machinery and rotating equipment.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate forklifts, manlifts, and other material-handling equipment.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Physical Capability: Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.
• Stamina & Mobility: Position requires prolonged and repetitive physical exertion, including standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, and maintaining strong arm/hand dexterity.
• Schedule Flexibility: Must be willing and able to work shifts as operational needs require.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Licensure: Valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record required to operate company vehicles on plant property.

• Specialized Troubleshooting: Minimum 1 year of experience troubleshooting issues on conveyors, packaging equipment, and stacking machinery.
• Technical Training: Completion of a certified apprenticeship program or a company-approved mechanical training program.
• Mechanical Skills:Hands-on experience installing roller, ball, and antifriction bearings.Proficiency in proper belt-drive tensioning.Experience with advanced lubrication techniques (ultrasonic lubrication, pressurized oil systems, and gearbox sampling).
• Welding & Fabrication: Ability to pass all-position CS (carbon steel) flat plate welding certifications.
• Electrical Knowledge: Basic prior experience with industrial electrical systems is a strong plus.

  This hourly role follows the Scotts step pay progression scale, typically starting at $39.40 per hour and is paid weekly. Scotts will consider various factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location, when determining the actual pay.  

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation and sick time benefits available within a month of your start date

• Healthcare navigation, advocacy and support

• 401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting

• Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value

• $600 annual wellness reimbursement program

• Up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of fertility treatments, adoption or surrogacy

• Up to 18 weeks of time away to support your growing family

• To view all of our great benefits, click here! 

* Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.