Entry-Level Maintenance Technician

Ascentt; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Industries Co in Fountain Inn, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform routine maintenance on production equipment under established procedures and safety standards. This entry-level role requires following predefined methods and working under direct supervision to support reliable plant operations.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, minor repairs, and recording activities in logs.

Qualifications

• Entry level position with little or no prior relevant training or work experience.
• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to perform defined technical tasks with limited autonomy, applying foundational knowledge while following established procedures and safety standards.
• Ability to resolve straightforward day-to-day technical issues using predefined methods; escalates most issues to supervisor/manager as needed.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and practices; works under close supervision with regular instruction and guidance.
• Ability to communicate routine technical information that may require minimal explanation or clarification.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic preventive maintenance tasks on production equipment and related mechanical or electrical systems by following established procedures, checklists, and schedules under close guidance.
• Assists senior technicians with inspections, repairs, troubleshooting, and parts replacement activities by preparing tools, gathering materials, and supporting assigned maintenance work.
• Monitors equipment for visible wear, abnormal operation, or basic safety concerns and reports issues to more experienced technicians or supervisors for further evaluation.
• Completes routine cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, and minor replacement tasks to help maintain equipment performance, reliability, and safe operation.
• Records maintenance activities, equipment conditions, and repair details in designated logs or systems using standard documentation practices.
• Uses basic maintenance tools, testing devices, and shop equipment appropriately while building knowledge of equipment functions and repair methods.
• Follows established safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and work rules while performing maintenance tasks in production environments.
• Learns equipment layouts, operating principles, maintenance standards, and departmental procedures to build proficiency in production equipment support.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic maintenance knowledge

Following procedures

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational Degree/Certification preferred

Job description

Ascent Industries Co in Fountain Inn, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform routine maintenance on production equipment under established procedures and safety standards. This entry-level role requires following predefined methods and working under direct supervision to support reliable plant operations.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, minor repairs, and recording activities in logs.