Building Maintenance - Days

Arhaus Recruiting•Conover, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support production and facility operations in a furniture manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment including sewing machines, automated cutting systems, CNC equipment, and heat-shrink ovens, as well as supporting general building and facility maintenance needs. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and able to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. This position supports a multi-location operation. Periodic travel to other company locations within the surrounding vicinity may be required to support business operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Technical degree, certification, or equivalent maintenance experience.
3+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
Experience in manufacturing, upholstery, furniture, textile, or automated production environments.
Strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical and electrical systems.
Experience reading technical manuals, schematics, and drawings.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrial sewing machine repair.
Experience with CNC systems and automated cutting equipment.
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting.
Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
Experience with CMMS or maintenance tracking systems, MaintainX a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance (PM) on production equipment to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and minor hydraulic issues on industrial sewing machines, automated fabric cutting systems, heat shrink ovens/gas-powered heating equipment, and material handling systems.
Diagnose equipment failures and perform root cause analysis.
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production interruptions.
Install, adjust, and test new equipment or upgrades.
Maintain facility systems including lighting, HVAC support, air compressors, plumbing repairs, electrical troubleshooting, doors, docks, and building infrastructure.
Perform general repairs and upkeep throughout the facility.
Assist with contractor coordination and outside service providers when needed.
Complete scheduled PM tasks accurately and on time.
Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and repair documentation.
Track recurring equipment issues and recommend improvements.
Support spare parts inventory and communicate parts needs.
Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and company policies.
Ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Identify opportunities to improve machine reliability and maintenance processes.
Maintain clean and organized work areas.