Associate Maintenance Technician

Valmont Industries; South Carolina; On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k match

PTO

Life insurance

Disability

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life support

Job summary

Valmont Industries is seeking an Associate Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance team in Newberry, SC. You will assist with installation, repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of manufacturing equipment, facilities, and systems.

Responsibilities include basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tasks, safety compliance, and maintaining records. You will learn maintenance processes while contributing to production reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools.
• Ability to read work instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced plant.
• Able to stand and perform physical tasks during shifts.
• Willingness to learn maintenance processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic tasks under supervision.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and help identify causes of failures.
• Support preventive maintenance programs with inspections and lubrication.
• Assist with facility maintenance including lighting and general repairs.
• Operate tools safely and maintain a clean, organized maintenance shop.
• Move, install, and align machinery and production tooling as directed.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Read and follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree/Technical cert

Tools

CMMS

Forklifts

Welding

Machining

Job description

19845 US Hwy 76 Newberry South Carolina 29108 Why Valmont We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward?

The Associate Maintenance Technician supports the maintenance team by assisting with the installation, repair, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of manufacturing equipment, facilities, and systems. This position performs a variety of maintenance-related tasks while learning maintenance processes and ensuring equipment and facilities remain safe, functional, and operational to support production requirements.

This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and has no direct reports.

Essential Functions:

• Assist maintenance technicians with repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance activities on manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance tasks under the direction of skilled maintenance personnel.
• Assist with troubleshooting equipment issues and identifying potential causes of equipment failures.
• Support preventive maintenance programs by performing inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and routine maintenance activities.
• Assist with facility maintenance activities including lighting, plumbing, painting, grounds maintenance, and general building repairs.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance shop and work environment.
• Assist with moving, assembling, and installing machinery, equipment, and production tooling.
• Respond to maintenance service requests and support production needs as directed.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in efforts to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Other duties/responsibilities as required and/or assigned.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, construction, mechanical repair, or a related field preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and maintenance documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete required maintenance records.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• Associate degree, technical certification, or vocational training in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or a related field.
• Two (2) or more years of experience supporting maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and maintenance best practices.
• Experience operating forklifts, aerial lifts, or other industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Welding, fabrication, or machining experience.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to identify opportunities for process improvement.
• A person of passion and integrity who has the drive to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing maintenance team.

Benefits Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].

Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology. Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world. + That’s the value we add.