Experienced Maintenance Technician

Ameristaff; Browns Summit (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions currently seeks an Experienced Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing facility in Eden, NC. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance, problem-solving, and preventive care to keep production running smoothly.

The candidate will troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical issues, work with PLCs, and perform repairs with urgency and safety in mind. Ideal candidates have strong mechanical skills, knowledge of electrical systems, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance abilities
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and repair experience
• Ability to independently identify and resolve mechanical and basic electrical equipment issues
• Experience performing both preventive and reactive/breakdown maintenance
• Basic understanding of PLCs and experience troubleshooting PLC‑controlled equipment
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley PLCs strongly preferred
• Experience with Siemens or Mitsubishi PLCs highly desirable
• Yaskawa drive experience is a strong plus
• HMI programming and/or touchscreen experience is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with production personnel and communicate maintenance issues clearly
• Dependable, responsive, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first-call troubleshooter for equipment breakdowns and production issues
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and basic electrical issues affecting manufacturing equipment
• Perform hands-on repairs to restore equipment safely and efficiently
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment and automated production systems
• Respond to maintenance needs throughout the facility with an appropriate sense of urgency

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

First-call support

Team communication

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

Yaskawa drives

HMI programming

Job description

AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions is currently seeking an Experienced Maintenance Technician for a manufacturing facility in Eden, NC. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on maintenance professional with strong mechanical abilities, working knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to serve as a first‑call troubleshooter for production equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced manufacturing maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting, problem‑solving, preventive maintenance, and hands‑on equipment repair.

Benefits & Schedule for the Maintenance Technician:

• Pay: $33.00 per hour
• Higher starting rates may be considered for candidates with particularly strong electrical experience and/or advanced technical qualifications
• Employees rotate between day and night shifts monthly
• Opportunity for additional PLC training for candidates who already possess a basic foundation and understanding of PLC systems

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Technician:

• Serve as a first‑call troubleshooter for equipment breakdowns and production issues
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and basic electrical issues affecting manufacturing equipment
• Perform hands‑on repairs to restore equipment safely and efficiently
• Troubleshoot PLC‑controlled equipment and automated production systems
• Respond to maintenance needs throughout the facility with an appropriate sense of urgency

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Perform both breakdown/reactive maintenance and preventive maintenance
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment to maximize reliability and uptime
• Identify potential equipment issues before they result in production interruptions
• Support ongoing equipment reliability and maintenance initiatives
• Work closely with production personnel to address equipment concerns and minimize downtime

Electrical & Controls Troubleshooting

• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting and repair on manufacturing equipment
• Work with Allen‑Bradley PLCs and related controls when applicable
• Troubleshoot Siemens and Mitsubishi PLC systems when applicable
• Support troubleshooting of Yaskawa drives
• Assist with HMI/touchscreen troubleshooting and programming based on experience level

Requirements for the Maintenance Technician:

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance abilities
• Basic electrical troubleshooting and repair experience
• Ability to independently identify and resolve mechanical and basic electrical equipment issues
• Experience performing both preventive and reactive/breakdown maintenance
• Basic understanding of PLCs and experience troubleshooting PLC‑controlled equipment
• Experience with Allen‑Bradley PLCs strongly preferred
• Experience with Siemens or Mitsubishi PLCs highly desirable
• Yaskawa drive experience is a strong plus
• HMI programming and/or touchscreen experience is a plus
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with production personnel and communicate maintenance issues clearly
• Dependable, responsive, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding, hands‑on maintenance work throughout a 12‑hour shift
• Must be comfortable with significant walking and physical activity throughout the facility
• Ability to respond to equipment breakdowns and maintenance needs throughout the plant
• Must be comfortable working directly with manufacturing and production equipment
• Ability to safely perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and equipment repairs in an industrial manufacturing environment

About the Employer

Since 1985, AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions has been providing staffing support to companies throughout Virginia and North Carolina. AmeriStaff's first clients were mostly textile and furniture. From our beginnings in seasonal industrial staffing, we have expanded to include: healthcare, nursing, clerical, accounting, technical, direct hire and temp to hire, just to name a few. In addition to servicing a wide variety of clients, we have also provided tens of thousands of job seekers with employment opportunities. AmeriStaff has 8 locations servicing Virginia and North Carolina. Our service areas in Virginia include: South Boston, Halifax County, Mecklenburg, Chase City, Clarksville, Danville, Pittsylvania County, Chatham, Martinsville, Henry County, Rocky Mount, Franklin County, Stuart, Patrick County. In North Carolina, we service: Eden, Reidsville, Rockingham County, Stoneville, Madison, Greensboro, High Point, Yanceyville, Roxboro, Person County, Burlington, Mebane and surrounding areas.