Maintenance Technician

Surge Staffing•Anderson, SC

10h

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep of the building and grounds, as well as the installation, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical, and electrical systems on production machines, equipment, and facilities. This role may also involve maintaining inventory of maintenance parts and supplies and interacting with suppliers and internal departments. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, manages time effectively, works independently, and follows all safety and conduct standards. Individuals in this role are expected to have developed a skilled trade and the ability to work independently while performing standard maintenance and repairs. Duties may vary by facility and operational needs and include, but are not limited to: Perform general maintenance on buildings and machinery, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and preventative maintenance on production equipment and forklifts Complete minor electrical work not requiring a licensed electrician (e.g., replacing light bulbs and fuses); assist with minor carpentry and repair work Assist with servicing and replacing minor plumbing fixtures Maintain machinery, equipment, and tools through cleaning, lubricating, greasing, and oiling Assist production staff in diagnosing machinery and equipment malfunctions Apply paint, varnish, or stain to surfaces for protection and appearance Set up, remove, and store production molds according to documented procedures Bench test, clean, rebuild, inspect, and maintain fill guns and ejectors Collect, test, and report water samples for hardness, pH, and other measurements Complete required job specifications, task lists, and documentation Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, and wear required PPE Maintain a clean and organized work area Work assigned shifts, including overtime and after-hours meetings as required Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of three (3) years of related maintenance experience
Experience maintaining low-pressure boilers, air compressors, air dryers, and vacuum pumps
Forklift maintenance experience
Ability to read schematics and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
Frequently lift and carry up to 35 pounds
Regularly sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, crouch, and twist
Ability to work in confined or awkward positions around equipment
Close vision required

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance on buildings and machinery, including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and preventative maintenance on production equipment and forklifts
Complete minor electrical work not requiring a licensed electrician (e.g., replacing light bulbs and fuses); assist with minor carpentry and repair work
Assist with servicing and replacing minor plumbing fixtures
Maintain machinery, equipment, and tools through cleaning, lubricating, greasing, and oiling
Assist production staff in diagnosing machinery and equipment malfunctions
Apply paint, varnish, or stain to surfaces for protection and appearance
Set up, remove, and store production molds according to documented procedures
Bench test, clean, rebuild, inspect, and maintain fill guns and ejectors
Collect, test, and report water samples for hardness, pH, and other measurements
Complete required job specifications, task lists, and documentation
Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, and wear required PPE
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Work assigned shifts, including overtime and after-hours meetings as required
Perform additional duties as assigned