Control Equipment Technician-Limestone1st shift

Milliken and Company; Gaffney (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken and Company in Gaffney, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical and electrical upkeep on plant equipment, HVAC, and fire protection systems. You will troubleshoot issues, run conduit, and fabricate parts as needed.

The role requires reading control diagrams, forklift/Industrial Truck certification, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with a focus on safe work practices and adherence to JSHA rules.

Qualifications

• Must have previous electrical maintenance experience, preferably textile related, including greige manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment and HVAC systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose machine or equipment electrical issues and repair as needed.
• Run conduit and wire equipment.
• Weld and fabricate parts as needed.
• Maintain and operate shop equipment (lathe, milling machine, band saw, pipe threader, welders, etc.).
• Follow all established plant and job specific safety rules.
• Must be certified in Springfield's Powered Industrial Trucks training.
• Responsible for general maintenance including electrical and mechanical aspects and fire protection systems.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization of the work area.
• Work on special projects as requested by management.
• Advise management of parts to be ordered to maintain/repair equipment.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Welding

Fabrication

Lockout/Tagout

Safety procedures

Reading diagrams

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Band saw

Pipe threader

Welder

Safety equipment

Job description

Date: Sep 9, 2026

Location: Gaffney, SC, US, 29340

Company: Milliken and Company

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn .

Primary Duties:

Performmechanical and electrical maintenance on all plant/facility equipment. Perform mechanical maintenance on plant HVAC equipment. Troubleshoot and diagnose machine orequipmentelectrical issues and repair as needed. Run conduit and wire equipment. Must be ableweldand be able to do metal fabrication.

Tools Required:

Hand and power tools, all shop equipment (lathe, milling machine, band saw, pipe threader, welder, etc.), company issued lockout/tagout devices, OSHA approved air nozzle for compressed air, respirator, safety shoes, safety glasses, test meter, all mobile equipment (including the company truck when necessary), and ear plugs

Supervision Exercised :

None; Receives instructions from Maintenance Crew Leader and/or Maintenance Manager.

Job Procedures:

Follow all established plant and job specific safety rules.

Must be certified in Springfield's Powered Industrial Trucks training. Must drive company truck for company errands when needed.

Responsible for general electrical and mechanical maintenance including but not limited to, facility electrical and production equipment and fireprotectionssystems.

Responsible foroperatingvarious shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, welders, cutting torch, pipe threader, and various saws.

Functional knowledge of electrical maintenance and troubleshootingrequired, as well as safe work practices.

Experienced in A/C and D/C controls and motorsrequired.

Verify ad record temperature and relative humidity readings at all stations throughout the plant at assigned intervals.

Make adjustments to controls, supply grills, ducts, valves, and other equipment to maintain specified temperature and relative humidity requirements.

Maintain, change and/or clean filter media in the filter houses and air washes.

Check functional operation of all assigned equipment at assigned intervals.

Check andmaintainedwater treatment chemicals (if assigned).

Change or adjust fan belts as needed tomaintainproper operation of fan units.

Weld (Stick and Mig) also be able to fabricate parts as needed.

Clean air conditioning and cooling equipment.

Maintain, change, and/or repair pumps and motors as needed.

Maintain housekeeping and organization of materials in the assigned work area.

Work on special projects as requested by management.

Advisemanagement of any items that need to be ordered tomaintainor repair plant equipment.

Perform all other duties as directed by management.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Musthavepreviouselectrical maintenance experience, preferably textile related, including greige manufacturing. Mustbe able to read and write and havegood communicationskills. Basic math and computer skills are required. Must be able to lift and move loads up to 50 lbs. Jobrequires frequent climbing of steps/ladders, pushing, pulling, bending, and kneeling. Must be able to read control diagrams. Competency testing may be required. Must be cleared by Occupational Nurse for vision and color vision.

Follow all SafetyRules, andcomply withthe Job Safety & Health Analysis (JSHA). All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be used as required. Any accident or near miss must be reportedimmediately.

The above are primary duties of the job and are not a detailed job description. Other duties may be needed to complete the job.

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.