Maintenance Tech

Bodycote North America•Fountain Inn, SC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Fountain Inn, South Carolina, the Maintenance Tech performs essential maintenance functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the Maintenance Manager. The role supports meeting customer specifications and assists other employees as needed. Because of the heavy industrial nature of the business, Bodycote deems this position safety-sensitive. The Maintenance Tech implements preventive maintenance, conducts scheduled inspections, helps test and troubleshoot equipment, and performs corrective actions as directed. The role also involves documenting maintenance work, maintaining manuals and maintenance supplies, keeping work areas clean and organized, reporting issues, supporting safety and continuous-improvement efforts, and running company errands. Employees are responsible for handling customer inventory safely to prevent loss or damage. The position requires work in an industrial environment, including at elevated heights and in confined spaces. Physical demands include frequent movement and positions such as bending, pulling, stooping, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and reaching, as well as lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 35 pounds. Exposure to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity may occur.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, plus 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen or hold a Permanent Resident Card to satisfy ITAR compliance requirements.
Troubleshooting skills with mechanical equipment and analytical ability.
Knowledge of and hands-on experience with computer applications, including Microsoft Office and databases.
Ability to function effectively as a team member through good communication and cooperation to meet plant goals.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, excellent multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize workflow.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to work in an industrial environment at elevated heights and in confined spaces.
Manual dexterity to perform data-entry functions.
Ability to bend, pull, stoop, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and reach to perform job functions.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds.
Cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, and files, and ability to hear in person and via phone.

Nice To Haves

College or technical degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance.
Vacuum, HIP Furnace, and EDM Machine experience.

Responsibilities

Implement the facility’s preventative maintenance program.
Conduct scheduled inspections of fluid levels, water flows, filters, washer soap, and similar items, and notify a supervisor of issues as needed.
Keep the Maintenance Department work area clean and organized, and promptly clean up after maintenance and repair work.
Assist with equipment performance testing in accordance with companywide and manufacturer guidelines.
Perform corrective actions for out-of-specification conditions as directed by the Manager.
Assist with analytical troubleshooting of equipment and facility issues.
Accurately record and document completed maintenance, modifications, and repairs.
Keep shop copies of manuals and blueprints neat and organized, and provide updated information to others as required.
Run company errands and pick up equipment, materials, and supplies as required.
Promptly report observed equipment and facility issues or maintenance needs to the Manager.
Review and execute required safety issues from monthly T Card submissions.
Suggest changes to improve facility efficiency, quality, and safety.
Help maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and replacement parts.
Handle customer inventory safely and responsibly to prevent loss or damage.
Report to work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with coworkers, follow rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.
Participate in team meetings focused on problem solving and continuous improvement.