Maintenance Technician

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: As the Maintenance Technician at ICL Specialty Fertilizers, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing plant in North Charleston, SC. Your expertise will help maintain our high standards of production and safety. ICL Specialty Fertilizers has a manufacturing plant in North Charleston, SC. This facility manufactures controlled-release fertilizer brands Osmocote®, Agroblen®, and Agrocote®. The shift assignment of this position varies and does involve occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday coverage as necessary. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for this position. Please note that, at this time, we are only considering applications from local candidates. Relocation assistance is not available for this role. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to North Charleston, SC to be eligible for consideration. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to reviewing applications from talented individuals in our local area. I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position? Diagnose and Repair : Identify and fix mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment issues, replacing faulty components as needed. Emergency Response : Quickly address equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime. Preventive Maintenance : Conduct and document planned maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance. Equipment Reliability : Responsible for keeping equipment in top condition for safe and efficient production results as well as identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and maintenance procedures. Safety and Compliance : Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and regulations. Utilize Tools and Equipment : Safely operate cranes, hoists, hand/power tools, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices. Collaboration : Work with other departments to identify and resolve equipment issues. Inventory Management : Maintain parts and tools inventory, ensuring organization and availability. Documentation: Keep detailed logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used. Additional Duties : Operate machines as needed for both troubleshooting and to supplement production requirements during busy periods and perform any other duties as required. What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role? Education: HS diploma or GED required. Technical Skills: At least 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance or a combination of related technical education and work experience. Ability to read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering drawings. Understanding of electric motors and motor systems, with essential electrical knowledge and troubleshooting ability (480 volts and lower). Basic familiarity with instrumentation such as level, flow, temperature, PLCs, and HMIs. Robust mechanical knowledge of conveying systems, rotating equipment, fans, pneumatics, and packaging equipment. Physical Requirements: Capable of lifting at least 50 lbs., frequently walking up/down stairs, climbing ladders and comfortable entering confined spaces. Ability to arc (stick) and MIG weld are preferred (Stainless welding a plus). Software Skills: Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); specific experience with QAD EAM considered a plus. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization. If you are hired at ICL, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below). Salary Range : $26.92 - $38.00 per hour Annual Bonus Target : 5%, subject to plan provisions. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): At ICL, maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is a top priority. Employees are required to wear appropriate PPE based on the task and environment. This may include safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face masks, and, when necessary, full hazmat suits with respirators. Adherence to PPE protocols ensures the safety and well-being of all team members. ICL will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Compensation at ICL We've Got You Covered ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include: Competitive base pay and performance bonus Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire. Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave Generous Leave and FMLA policies Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable) Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products) 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members Student Loan Assistance Business travel reward points are eligible for personal use Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more Who is ICL? ICL Group Ltd. is a global leader in agriculture, food and industrial solutions, utilizing its unique mineral resources and extensive expertise to address key sustainability challenges related to food security and access to essential minerals. ICL is focused on driving long-term growth through its specialty agriculture and food businesses, while strategically managing its bromine, potash and phosphate mineral resources. ICL’s global professional workforce is dedicated to expanding its growth engines and efficiently operating – both structurally and economically – while maintaining and optimizing its core operations. The company’s operations are organized under four segments: Industrial Products, Potash, Phosphate Solutions and Growing Solutions. ICL shares are dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs more than 12,000 people worldwide, and its 2025 revenues totaled approximately $7 billion. 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