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Smurfit Westrock

Industrial Mechanic

Camillus, NY · On-site

$39.30/hr

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Location: 100 Southern Drive, Camillus, NY 13031 Pay: $31.02 - $39.30 an hour Shift: 2nd shift (2 pm - 10 pm) or 3rd shift 10 pm - 6 am). Must be flexible to work ...

Westrock

Industrial Mechanic

Camillus, NY · On-site

$31.02 - $39.30/hr

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Location: 100 Southern Drive, Camillus, NY 13031 Pay: $31.02 - $39.30 an hour Shift: 2nd shift (2 pm - 10 pm) or 3rd shift 10 pm - 6 am). Must be flexible to work ...

Huhtamäki

Maintenance Mechanic

De Soto, KS · On-site

$24 - $30.75/hr

Removes and replaces worn and defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system, using hand tools and power tools, and following blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals. * Follow all safety ...

Huhtamäki

Maintenance Mechanic

De Soto, KS · On-site

$24 - $30.75/hr

Removes and replaces worn and defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system, using hand tools and power tools, and following blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals. * Follow all safety ...

Huhtamäki

Maintenance Mechanic

De Soto, KS · On-site

$24 - $30.75/hr

Removes and replaces worn and defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system, using hand tools and power tools, and following blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals. * Follow all safety ...

Huhtamäki

Maintenance Mechanic

De Soto, KS · On-site

$24 - $30.75/hr

Removes and replaces worn and defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system, using hand tools and power tools, and following blueprints, diagrams, and service manuals. * Follow all safety ...

Aampower

Industrial Truck Mechanic

Oxford, MI · On-site

$36.76/hr

Job Posting Title Industrial Truck Mechanic Summary Repairs and maintains electric, diesel, and ... Drive unit * Squeegee * Brushes * Water and hydraulic pumps Required Skills and Education ...

Curtisswright

Mechanic Millwright

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

... rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development ...

Diesel Mechanic Wanted

Diesel Mechanic

Portland, OR · On-site

$26.50 - $35/hr

Diesel MECHANIC wanted - We don't need a diesel techat this time. Looking for a flexible, organized ... Drive trucks as needed. Must have: Clean Drug screen, Background check & reference check. We ...

Curtiss-Wright

Mechanic Millwright

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

... rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development ...

Curtiss-Wright

Mechanic Millwright

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

... rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development ...

Curtiss-Wright

Mechanic Millwright

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

... rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development ...

Curtiss-Wright

Mechanic Millwright

Cheswick, PA · On-site

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

... rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development ...

Covia

Maintenance Mechanic

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Drive Mechanisms - work on and replace sheaves and pulleys, chain and sprockets, reducers, motors, motor bearings, shafts, couplings, etc. Able to align motor shafts, couplings, or shafts; * Pumps ...

Covia

Maintenance Mechanic

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$23.50 - $30/hr

Drive Mechanisms - work on and replace sheaves and pulleys, chain and sprockets, reducers, motors, motor bearings, shafts, couplings, etc. Able to align motor shafts, couplings, or shafts; * Pumps ...

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How much do drive mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for drive mechanic in the United States is $25.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Drive Mechanic vs Truck Technician?

AspectDrive MechanicTruck Technician
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), mechanic certificationsASE certifications, mechanic certifications
Work EnvironmentVehicle repair shops, fleet maintenance facilitiesRepair shops, fleet service centers
Industry UsageTransport, logistics, freight companiesTrucking, freight, transportation industries
Job FocusMaintaining and repairing drive systems, engines, and vehicle safetyDiagnosing and repairing truck engines, brakes, and electrical systems

Drive Mechanics primarily focus on maintaining and repairing the drive systems and overall vehicle safety, often requiring a CDL. Truck Technicians specialize in diagnosing and fixing engine and mechanical issues specific to trucks. Both roles are essential in the transportation industry but differ in certification requirements and daily tasks.

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Maintenance Mechanic - Millwright

Laconia, NH • On-site

Smiths Tubular Systems - Laconia
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$27.25 - $34.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Install, repair, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment.

  • Inspect machines to identify malfunctions, dismantle equipment to access problem areas, and replace or repair worn or defective parts.

  • Test machinery after repairs and assist in modifying machine components or computer-controlled systems.

Job description

Description:

Summary Installs, repairs and maintains a variety of mechanical and hydraulic components of production machines, electrical systems and electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment such as metal fabricating machine tools, material handling system, and automated lubrication system by performing the following duties.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Visually inspects and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
  • Dismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem area.
  • Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
  • Removes and replaces worn or defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
  • Realigns and adjusts components such as spindles and clutches.
  • Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machine, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe.
  • Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair.
  • Repairs broken parts.
  • Sets up and operates metalworking tools such as lathe, drill press, or grinder, to make or repair parts.
  • Modifies computer controlled motion of robot.
  • Assists Mechanical Engineer to modify sketches or computer generated designs of machine components such as hydraulic system and drive mechanism.
  • Consistently, regularly and dependably at work and on time.


Requirements:

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.


Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.