Maintenance Technician 2

Wabtec•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining manufacturing-facility equipment and buildings. Duties include machinery repair, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns, equipment relocation, fabrication, welding, electrical repair and installation, and plumbing involving air, hydraulic, and water systems. The role supports production requirements and facility upkeep while following company quality and safety procedures. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; variations will be communicated upon hire. The hourly rate is $27.50. The technician works in a factory environment with normal factory noise and good lighting. The position may require lifting up to 100 pounds. Candidates must have one of the listed trade credentials or an Industrial Maintenance certificate or degree, along with three years of manufacturing maintenance experience and a high school diploma or equivalent with skilled-craft or trades coursework.

Requirements

Have one of the following: a certification in specialized fabrication, welding, electrical repair and installation, or plumbing; or a certificate or degree in Industrial Maintenance.
At least three years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or equivalent, with coursework in skilled crafts or trades training.
Hands-on ability to work in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple projects.
Ability to use mechanical tools, electrical test equipment, and measuring instruments.
Ability to read blueprints.
Must have own mechanics’ tools.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, which may include lifting up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and facility systems to support production requirements.
Coordinate equipment breakdown repairs with supervisors and managers.
Present information and recommendations for equipment upgrades to the Director of Operations for final approval.
Prioritize and schedule equipment repairs.
Coordinate the preventive maintenance program.
Monitor hazardous waste for removal and maintain the chemical storage area.
Clean up chemical spills.
Lead Kaizen projects.
Assist department supervisors with reconstructing, moving, and installing equipment according to plan.
Address electrical issues involving 24VDC controls through 480VAC three-phase industrial systems.
Address safety issues, replace burnt-out lights, and routinely check emergency lighting.
Support the lockout/tagout, electrical safety, and confined-space programs.
Maintain exterior grounds, including snow and ice removal as needed.
Perform facility maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work.
Maintain stock of routine repair parts and shop supplies.
Follow company rules, safety directives, quality procedures, and housekeeping standards; accurately document work.
Perform other duties as required or assigned, with training provided when necessary.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits available on day one.
$500 referral bonus after the referred candidate is hired and has worked for Wabtec for 60 days.
$10,000 annual tuition reimbursement.
Mental health assistance through Spring Health, Teladoc, and Headspace.
Auto, home, and renter’s insurance discounts.
Medication discounts through CVS Caremark.
Pet discounts.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Progyny fertility and family-building benefits.
401(k) with a 3% match and an additional 3% of prior-year earnings added the following year; vested after three years.
One free pair of steel-toe boots and prescription safety glasses annually.
Short-term disability benefits after 90 days, providing 60% of salary while on short-term disability.