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Maintenance Mechanic

Romulus, MI 48174

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Industry: General Job Number: 45448722 Pay Rate: $31.90 / hour

Job Description

Maintenance Mechanic – Automotive Manufacturing
Romulus, MI
Shift: Day Shift
Pay Range: $28-32.00
Cardinal Staffing is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join a leading automotive manufacturing facility. The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring all production and facility equipment operates safely and efficiently. This position involves troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to minimize downtime and support continuous production operations.
Key Responsibilities
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery, conveyors, presses, robotic systems, and mechanical components.
  • Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on all manufacturing and facility equipment according to schedule.
  • Install, adjust, and maintain mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
  • Replace defective parts, motors, and control components using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
  • Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts to reduce breakdowns and increase equipment reliability.
  • Maintain detailed maintenance logs and records of repairs, parts used, and downtime.
  • Follow all safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and company standards for equipment operation and maintenance.
  • Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and production operators to ensure efficient workflow and equipment functionality.

Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Maintenance Technician in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, presses, robots, and conveyors.
  • Experience with welding, fabrication, and basic machining is a plus.
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
  • Basic computer skills for maintenance logging and reporting.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a physically demanding environment.
  • Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

About Cardinal Staffing
At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support  
Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Cardinal Staffing is the place for you. Let’s get started today!
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