An industrial maintenance mechanic is responsible for maintaining production and quality by ensuring the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Some key duties include ensuring equipment operation through preventative maintenance, locating sources of problems, removing defective parts, adjusting parts and controls, informing workers of maintenance techniques, and fabricating repair parts. Skills required include equipment maintenance, technical understanding, safety awareness, use of power tools, attention to detail, flexibility, supervision skills, productivity, and inventory management. The goal is to control downtime and conserve maintenance resources.