Machine Maintenance Technician

Broetje Automation • Charleston, SC

8d • $24 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Maintenance Technician maintains highly specialized, robotic-controlled automated fastening machines used to assemble aircraft at the Boeing South Carolina facility in North Charleston, South Carolina. Broetje Automation is the OEM and is responsible for maintaining this equipment. The role also covers related support equipment and requires mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, and adherence to OEM documentation and safety procedures.

The position is full-time and offers first, second, and third shift schedules. Second- and third-shift work and weekend overtime receive a $1.75-per-hour shift differential. The hourly pay range is $24.00–$34.00, plus overtime and applicable shift differential.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CNC or machine-tool troubleshooting experience with Siemens 840D series.
• PLC troubleshooting experience with Siemens Step 7 PLC.
• Skilled in mechanical equipment maintenance and technical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of basic safety requirements for hand and power tools, lift equipment, and ladders.
• Attention to detail, flexibility, ability to listen to supervision, and desire to develop job knowledge and productivity.
• Follow safe work practices and policies, including safe driving rules and practices for forklift and man-lift operations.
• PLC troubleshooting and maintenance experience, with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic electrical circuits.
• Knowledge of basic shop arithmetic and the metric system.
• Basic operation of Windows-based PCs and Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends for overtime.
• Experience with aerial platforms and working at heights.
• Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repeatedly climb stairs in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certificate or training in control systems, including Siemens PLC, HMI, or motion control systems, system integration, sensors, and electromechanical devices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Broetje Automated Fuselage Equipment and related support equipment according to maintenance requirements, operating manuals, manufacturer instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Identify problems by observing mechanical and electrical assemblies in operation, listening for issues, and using precision measuring equipment and test fixtures.
• Remove defective parts by dismantling assemblies with hand and power tools, hoists, and cranes, and examine the form and fit of parts.
• Adjust functional parts of tooling and equipment with hand tools according to written OEM specifications.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance following written procedures and OEM standards to control equipment downtime.
• Manage equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipts through the Maximo asset management system.
• Use maintenance resources and supplies appropriately to accomplish work.
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity between work shifts.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contribute to the team by completing related tasks as needed.

Benefits

• 6% 401(k) company match with no vesting period.
• 100% paid healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Disability plan and group life insurance program.
• Three weeks of paid time off plus 13 paid holidays, including three floating holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• International travel opportunities, including Germany.
• $1.75-per-hour shift differential for second shift, third shift, and weekend overtime.
• Overtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED