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Southwire lists this Sr Mechanic opportunity in hawesville, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Sr Mechanic
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nDate: Sep 10, 2026
nLocation: Hawesville, KY, US, 42348
nCompany: Southwire Company LLC
nA leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. Weare proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
nLocation: Hawesville, KY
nShift: 10 hour
nPay Rate: $35.25 – $39.68
nJob Description
nGENERAL SUMMARY:
nUnder the direction of the supervisor, an individual will be expected to troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, assemble, install, relocate or modify complex mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
nPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
nnnFollow prescribed safety procedures so as to prevent injury to self and others and to maintain safe equipment and conditions in entire plant.
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nnHave a thorough knowledge of maintenance procedures and operating standards.
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nnKnow the location of all switches, valves, tools and emergency equipment in assigned area.
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nnAttend and satisfactorily complete training courses as prescribed by management and regulatory agencies.
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nnMaintain a safe and clean working area.
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nnReport all accidents, incidents, injuries and unsafe acts or conditions to the supervisor immediately.
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nnPerform all other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
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n nSKILLS AND ABILITIES
nnnMust be able to satisfactorily complete certification program for Senior Mechanic prior to employment.
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nnThorough knowledge of, and ability to correctly use, all hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
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nnAbility to work with a small crew.
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nnAbility to perform non-certified structural quality welding using a variety of alloy rods.
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nnAbility to read and interpret complicated assembly drawings and maintenance manuals.
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nnAbility to set gear backlash and tooth contact patterns.
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nnAbility to align multiple couplings.
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nnMust be able to use a personal computer and utilize all maintenance and supply screens as determined by management.
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nnMust be physically able to expend considerable effort to perform assigned tasks.
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n nWORKING CONDITIONS:
nCould be exposed to working conditions such as inclement weather, heat, cold, noise, vibration, dust, dirt, fumes, water, oil and heights. Where conditions require, protective equipment will be issued to the employee.
nEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
nHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Mechanical Maintenance Degree and/ or Certificates are preferred. Minimum of two years general maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment including gear box repair, bearing replacement, pneumatics, hydraulics, and welding are required. Welding experience and/ or education is required.
nBenefits We Offer:
nnn401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
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nnFamily and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
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nnPaid Time Off & Paid Holidays
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nnLong & Short-Term Disability
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nnSupplemental Insurance Plans
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nnEmployee Assistance Program
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nnEmployee Referral Program
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nnTuition Reimbursement Programs
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nnAdvancement & Professional Growth opportunities
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nnParental Leave
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nn& More
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n nSouthwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
nNearest Major Market: Owensboro
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Worksite address
hawesville, KY, 42348, US
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