Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Steel Technologies•Huger, SC

4d•$25 - $32

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for improving safety, quality, and efficiency by performing preventative, routine, and emergency mechanical and/or electrical maintenance and troubleshooting to keep plant operations running effectively. The position is scheduled for first shift, 4:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with possible weekends. Pay is $25–$32 per hour based on experience.

Requirements

Ability to retrieve and enter data using Excel and a CMMS system.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment and machinery.
Strong industrial mechanical knowledge and basic electrical knowledge.
Ability to operate motor control systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatics, hoists, fire protection systems, and mechanical bearing systems.
Ability to comply with safety rules and requirements.
Experience operating metalworking tools such as grinders, band saws, drill presses, and welding equipment.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Mechatronics certificate is strongly desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on plant machinery and carry out the plant’s preventative maintenance program.
Accept and control maintenance operations and communicate non-compliance problems to the supervisor for instruction.
Identify and address safety concerns throughout the facility.
Maintain housekeeping and organization in the maintenance department and equipment repair work areas.
Review plant equipment and systems, anticipate and solve problems promptly, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs using root-cause analysis.
Complete work-order documentation accurately.
Perform emergency maintenance repairs on plant machinery.
Use knowledge of motor control, hydraulic, fire protection, mechanical bearing, and equipment installation systems.
Interpret blueprints to fabricate parts and equipment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance after 60 days of employment.
Wellness program offering up to a 100% discount on medical premiums.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Supplemental accident insurance through Allstate, including additional coverage for accidents and cancer.
Employer-paid life insurance.
401(k) after 60 days of employment, with a competitive match after one year.
Paid time off starting after 90 days of employment.
Paid holidays starting on the first day.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
Discount programs for automotive, technology, and other purchases.
Boot and glasses allowance after 60 days of employment.
Free uniforms after 60 days of employment.
Monthly incentive bonus after one full month of employment.
Education assistance for job-related courses, with up to 100% of tuition paid for maintenance-related coursework and certifications.
Career advancement opportunities.
Teammate Assistance Program offering professional counseling, financial, legal, and family services.