Multi-Craft Maint Tech $7,500 Sign-on - SC

About the job Multi-Craft Maint Tech $7,500 Sign-on - SC

Multi-Craft Maint Tech $7,500 Sign-on - SC
Location: Multiple Locations
Salary Range: $70,000 to $85,000 per year
Position Summary
A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a highly skilled Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to join a dynamic and fast-paced operations team in South Carolina. This is a high-impact, hands-on position where your technical expertise directly supports production uptime, equipment reliability, and overall operational excellence. The manufacturing industry continues to grow rapidly across South Carolina, creating exceptional long-term career opportunities for qualified maintenance professionals who want stability, advancement, and competitive compensation.
As a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician, you will be a critical member of the maintenance department, responsible for keeping complex industrial equipment and systems running at peak performance. This role demands a versatile professional who can seamlessly transition between electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic disciplines depending on daily operational needs. You will work alongside experienced engineers, operators, and fellow technicians in a collaborative environment that values skill, initiative, and continuous improvement.
This position offers an outstanding $7,500 sign-on bonus, reflecting a strong commitment to attracting top-tier talent. Beyond the sign-on bonus, this role provides a clear pathway for career growth into senior technician, lead technician, and maintenance supervision roles. If you are an experienced maintenance professional ready to bring your multi-craft skills to a rewarding, well-compensated position, this opportunity is built for you.
Core Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems across all production equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex equipment failures quickly and efficiently to minimize production downtime
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical blueprints, and technical manuals to complete repairs accurately
• Install, calibrate, and maintain motors, drives, conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, and automated control systems
• Complete all maintenance work orders thoroughly and document findings, parts used, and time spent within the computerized maintenance management system
• Collaborate with production supervisors and operators to proactively identify potential equipment issues before failures occur
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and safety across the facility
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while strictly following all safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures

• Minimum three years of hands-on multi-craft maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in both electrical troubleshooting and mechanical repair disciplines
• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, variable frequency drives, and industrial control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience with lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and other industrial safety procedures
• Must be available to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends as required
• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or vocational certification strongly preferred

• $7,500 sign-on bonus paid to eligible new hires
• Competitive base salary ranging from $70,000 to $85,000 annually based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage beginning on the first day of employment
• Employer-sponsored life insurance and short-term and long-term disability protection
• Generous paid time off package including vacation days, personal days, and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement program supporting continued education and professional certification
• Tool allowance and personal protective equipment provided at no cost to employees
• Opportunities for overtime earnings and performance-based pay increases
• Supportive team culture that prioritizes safety, respect, and employee development