Maintenance Technician- Richburg, SC

Jennmar•Charlotte, NC

2d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

JENNMAR Services is hiring a Maintenance Technician for an industrial manufacturing environment in Richburg, South Carolina. The role offers hands-on experience, steady hours, opportunities for growth, and overtime opportunities. Starting pay is $28.00+ per hour. The technician installs, replaces, repairs, and maintains plant machinery and facility systems. Equipment includes mixers, conveyors, forklifts, cranes, pumps, compressors, and vibrators. The role diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems; performs preventive and corrective maintenance; fabricates and welds metal assemblies; and maintains accurate equipment records and maintenance schedules. The technician also supports safety programs, housekeeping, contractor coordination, and continuous-improvement work. The job takes place in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, noise, extreme temperatures, and moving machinery. Work may include confined spaces, elevated areas, and outdoor settings. The typical schedule is 8–12-hour shifts, 5–7 days per week during peak season, with occasional night work. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Experience with preventive maintenance systems and troubleshooting industrial equipment.
NFPA 70E training.
Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, and other OSHA-compliant safety programs.
Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends as needed.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work at heights, and safely perform physically demanding tasks.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and background check.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays when needed.

Nice To Haves

Technical or trade certification.
Basic understanding of PLC systems.

Responsibilities

Safely install, replace, and repair machinery, motors, and components using appropriate tools and procedures.
Participate in and follow safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, Hot Work, Fall Protection, and Machine Guarding procedures.
Inspect for hazards, mechanical failures, and unsafe conditions, and report or correct them promptly.
Keep the maintenance shop organized and safe, and ensure tools, parts, and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
Support site housekeeping and 5S initiatives.
Keep Safety Data Sheets (SDS) up to date and organized.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment, including mixers, conveyors, forklifts, cranes, pumps, compressors, and vibrators.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
Fabricate, weld, and modify metal assemblies and structures to restore or improve equipment functionality.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, equipment records, and preventive maintenance schedules.
Coordinate with external contractors or vendors on specialized repairs and ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements.
Assist with facility maintenance, including lighting, plumbing, and building systems.
Participate in continuous improvement and root cause analysis to improve safety, reliability, and performance.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.