General Maintenance Technician III - 1st Shift

Amentum; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Amentum in Greenville, SC is seeking a 1st shift General Maintenance Technician III to join our facility maintenance team. Responsibilities include responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and performing preventative maintenance on pumps, boilers, valves, and related equipment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of mechanical maintenance and plumbing experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to read manuals/drawings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in mechanical maintenance and plumbing.
• Hands‑on experience in maintenance, repair and operation of mechanical building systems.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals and drawings.
• Familiar with SOPs and work instructions; safety‑minded.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to obtain client badge.

Responsibilities

• Respond to work orders and troubleshoot to maintain facilities.
• Inspect major equipment and take corrective actions as needed.
• Plumb pipes of various types and sizes (PVC, copper, steel, threaded).
• Maintain high quality mechanical operations and controls (pumps, fans, valves).
• Work with a team or with minimal supervision; ensure safety and GMP‑like standards.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Plumbing

Reading repair manuals

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or technical certification in Industrial Technology

Tools

Pipefitting

HVAC controls

Job description

Amentum is seeking a 1st shift General Maintenance Technician III for our facility maintenance team in Greenville, SC.

Typical hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM may vary based on customer demand. Must be willing to work overtime when required. May be required to work holidays and weekend.

Job Summary

Responsible for providing advanced levels of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventative maintenance on the industrial or commercial related to general facilities and utilities systems and equipment to include but not limited to plumbing and mechanical equipment, motors, pumps, piping, drains, and other equipment as directed.

Essential Functions

• Assists in performing and responding to work orders associated with building equipment
• Inspects major equipment and/or operating systems and takes corrective actions as necessary.
• Be able to plumb pipes of several different types and sizes. (PVC, Copper, black, threaded, etc.)
• Ensures all appropriate mechanical operations, standards, controls, and specifications, are maintained at a high level of quality. Systems/Equipment to include pumps, fans, cranes, heat exchangers, valves, etc.
• Works within the context of a team and at times with minimal supervision
• Ensures excellent customer service and safe work environment
• Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Minimum Requirements

• High School graduate or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in the field of mechanical maintenance and plumbing.
• Must have hands‑on experience in the maintenance, repair and operation of mechanical building systems.
• Systems experience should include areas such as plumbing, steam and hot water boilers, air handling units, pumps, compressors, air dryers, and exhaust systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly, cooperative, customer service‑minded attitude; team player.
• Experience working with Microsoft Office software (i.e. Excel, Word, and Power Point)
• Attention to detail and excellent follow‑up skills.
• Ability to read and understand repair manuals and drawings.
• Ability to analyze problems, recommend solutions, and initiate repairs.
• Experience working with and understanding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions.
• Apply proper safety practices and follow procedures while performing maintenance tasks.
• Some travel may be required.

Additional Information

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
• This position requires a valid Driver’s License.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location. Note - U.S Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to regularly lift to 50 lbs.
• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
• Requires the ability to move in a 90‑degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift
• Requires the use of a Company/Client approved utility knife.
• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color‑coding.
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.

Special Requirements

• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certification in Industrial Technology, Industrial Mechanical, or related technical program.
• Experience performing pipefitting.
• Requires a valid CCCDI license or the ability to obtain license within one year of employment.

Compensation Details

$24.00 - $26.00

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.