Maintenance Mechanic Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Maintenance Mechanic includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Assembling, installing, and maintaining mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment.
  • Troubleshooting machinery and performing routine preventative maintenance.
  • Operating a variety of hand and power tools.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
  • Complying with health and safety regulations.
  • Reading, interpreting, and following instructions and operation manuals.
  • Maintaining a schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery.
  • Cleaning, repairing and installing equipment and parts as needed.
  • Performing general maintenance work on buildings as assigned.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Maintenance Mechanic duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Maintenance Mechanic roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.