Industrial Maintenance Technician (Dayshift)

The Wasserstrom Company•Fountain Inn, SC

About The Position

Wasserstrom is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep for manufacturing equipment, machinery, tools, and facilities. The technician troubleshoots mechanical issues, completes preventive maintenance, and supports equipment reliability and safe operation. The role uses basic hand and power tools to diagnose, adjust, repair, and replace components as needed, while coordinating with management and team members to identify repair needs and complete maintenance tasks. It also supports supply and material upkeep and a clean, safe work environment. The position includes preventive maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and routine service on manufacturing equipment, machinery, tools, and facility systems, with work orders documented in a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Duties may involve troubleshooting 480V three-phase power distribution, AC/DC motors, variable frequency drives, relays and switches; reading ladder logic to diagnose PLC issues and replacing faulty sensors or I/O cards; rebuilding and aligning gearboxes, pumps, compressors, conveyors, sprockets and high-speed bearings; and repairing hydraulic valves, cylinders and pneumatic systems. The technician also supports equipment installation, setup, movement and coordination with outside repair providers. The role is in a manufacturing environment that may involve exposure to heat, noise, vibration, odors, dust and moving mechanical parts. It requires medium to heavy physical work, including lifting, moving, pushing or pulling objects and materials, as well as regular handling of equipment and frequent standing and reaching.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of related experience and/or training.
Intermediate computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Advanced knowledge of maintenance processes and procedures.
Mechanical aptitude and proficiency with digital multimeters, precision alignment tools, calipers, indicators, and standard hand and power tools.
Ability to interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and fluid power diagrams.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16th of an inch and add and subtract fractions.
Communicates well with others and asks for and offers help when needed.
Detail-oriented, meeting quality standards and demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
Organized, able to complete work in a timely manner, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
Problem-solving skills, including gathering and analyzing information and generating suggestions for improving work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and contribute to a positive team spirit.
Observes and follows safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Prior industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and routine service on manufacturing equipment, machinery, tools, and facility systems.
Document work orders and completed maintenance work in the CMMS.
Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and complete timely repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
Respond to maintenance requests and communicate repair concerns to management.
Troubleshoot electrical systems, including 480V three-phase power distribution, AC/DC motors, VFDs, relays, and switches.
Read ladder logic to diagnose PLC issues and replace faulty sensors or I/O cards.
Rebuild and align gearboxes, pumps, compressors, conveyors, sprockets, and high-speed bearings.
Repair hydraulic valves, cylinders, and pneumatic systems, including tracing leaks and replacing seals.
Support equipment installation, setup, and movement, and coordinate outside repairs.
Maintain work areas, tools, parts, and supplies in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
Follow required safety procedures and perform other tasks to support operations as needed.