Senior Industrial Maintenance & Fabrication Technician

Asten Johnson Holdings•Clinton, SC

104d•Onsite

About The Position

AstenJohnson is seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Maintenance & Fabrication Technician to join its Maintenance Team in Clinton, South Carolina. This full-time, hourly position is a technical expert role supporting the reliable operation of a manufacturing facility. The technician will diagnose complex equipment issues, design and fabricate custom components, and provide technical leadership to the maintenance team. The role focuses on plant utility systems, including steam boilers, chillers, and hot oil systems, as well as advanced welding, machining, equipment rebuilding, and precision alignment. The technician will also support preventive and predictive maintenance, collaborate on equipment improvements and capital projects, and help maintain a safe, organized, high-quality work environment. The position requires working in an industrial manufacturing environment and performing a range of physical tasks, including work at heights and in confined spaces.

Requirements

Advanced welding experience with aluminum, steel, and multiple metals.
High-level machining and fabrication skills.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities.
Experience diagnosing and repairing complex industrial equipment.
Working knowledge of boilers, chillers, and hot oil systems.
Knowledge of industrial boiler chemistry.
Experience with precision alignment and equipment setup.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Ability to safely work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to work at heights using ladders and elevated platforms.
Manual dexterity for welding, machining, and operating hand and power tools.
Ability to perform repetitive motions, including gripping, reaching, and twisting.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Boiler Operator Certification or equivalent experience.
At least five years of experience operating or maintaining industrial boiler systems.
Formal training in welding, machining, or mechanical systems.
At least five years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert for plant utility systems, including steam boilers, chillers, and hot oil systems.
Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and system-level equipment failures.
Design and fabricate custom parts, tools, and equipment improvements.
Perform advanced welding on aluminum, steel, and other metals.
Operate machine shop equipment, including lathes and milling machines, to manufacture precision components.
Rebuild motors, pumps, and mechanical assemblies.
Perform precision alignment and shimming of equipment to maximize reliability.
Monitor boiler chemistry and optimize system performance.
Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and other site teams on equipment improvements and capital projects.
Maintain a safe, organized, and high-quality work environment.