Maintenance Technician

Sun Gro Horticulture•Anderson, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to plant maintenance leadership, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting facility uptime and ensuring maintenance reliability across all operational equipment. This includes maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; performing preventive maintenance; testing electrical components; and supporting overall equipment performance. The role requires accurate use of maintenance systems, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and effective communication with plant personnel to resolve equipment issues and process disruptions.

Requirements

Fluent in verbal and written English
Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
Good communication skills
Ability to safely perform lifting up to 45 lbs on a routine basis
Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods
Must be able to climb industrial ladders and work at heights as needed
Ability to safely work in confined spaces and awkward positions
Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills
Ability to read schematics, diagrams, and equipment manuals
Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic
Safety-focused with the ability to proactively identify hazards

Responsibilities

Strictly adhere to all plant safety practices, codes, procedures, and programs
Communicate with plant personnel to identify, diagnose, and repair equipment issues and process upsets
Use and maintain the Maintenance Work Order System with accuracy
Complete documentation for Work Orders, preventive maintenance tasks, part requisitions, scheduling, and other maintenance processes
Identify needed parts and supplies and follow ordering procedures to obtain them
Rebuild complex mechanical equipment (e.g., pumps, valves)
Complete assigned Work Orders and request assistance when necessary
Perform complex rebuilds and modifications to plant systems and individual equipment
Conduct welding, basic pipefitting, and hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs
Participate in special projects as assigned
Perform additional duties as required