NC SKILLED INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Job Description

Job Description

As a key member of our maintenance team, you'll help keep our operations running at peak performance. Responsibilities include:

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial equipment using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic knowledge.
• Diagnose issues with motors, motor starters, VFDs, relays, contactors, sensors, and control circuits.
• Perform mechanical repairs involving bearings, gearboxes, chains, belts, conveyors, shafts, and alignment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including valves, cylinders, etc...
• Reduce downtime through effective root-cause analysis and timely repairs.

Electrical & Motor Controls

• Troubleshoot and repair AC and DC motors, motor control circuits, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Perform electrical panel work, including troubleshooting control voltage and power distribution circuits.
• Support basic PLC-related troubleshooting (I/O checks, fault diagnostics on controlled equipment).

Preventive Maintenance

• Inspect, test, and service electrical and mechanical components to prevent failures.
• Document maintenance work orders in the CMMS.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety policies, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and electrical safety procedures.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Identify unsafe conditions and recommend corrective actions.

Manufacturing Support

• Work closely with production teams to support equipment uptime and performance.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills including motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and control circuits.
• Solid mechanical maintenance skills on industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in pneumatic systems and air logic.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and electrical test equipment (multimeter, megger, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a modern woodworking factory (CNC equipment, membrane presses, molders, sanders, edgebanders, material handling systems).
• PLC experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) for diagnostics and basic troubleshooting.
• Hydraulic system knowledge.
• Electrical or maintenance certifications.
• Experience with automated manufacturing or CNC machinery.
• Strong PC skills.

What are we looking for?

• High school diploma or GED; techical degree or trade training preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing environment
• Strong background in industrial electrical and mechanical systems
• Ability to perform in fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Valid NC/SC Driver's license
• Dependable, safety-focused, and driven to success

Schedule

• Full-time
• 10-hour shifts
• Day shift
• Monday-Friday
• Overtime and weekends as needed

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Pay Range

• $28.50 -$35.00/hour