Industrial Equipment Technician

Accelera; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to ensure reliability and peak performance of production machinery. You will leverage expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime and drive efficiency across the facility.

Responsibilities include repairing industrial assets, diagnosing failures, maintaining CMMS records, and interpreting complex diagrams. The role requires safety adherence, mentorship to junior staff, and operation of heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years in industrial maintenance or related field.
• Ability to troubleshoot PLC operations and read ladder logic.
• Knowledge of AC/DC motors, motor drives, and industrial control circuits.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and complex repairs on extruders, pumps, and gearboxes to maximize output.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical failures with diagnostic tools and schematics.
• Maintain asset history and workflows in a digital CMMS.
• Interpret hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical diagrams for replacements and upgrades.
• Uphold safety via LOTO protocols and environmental regs.
• Mentor junior staff and support cross-functional process improvements.
• Operate forklifts and aerial lifts to service equipment safely.

Skills

PLC ladder logic

AC/DC motors

Motor drives

Industrial control circuits

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Mechatronics/Industrial Technology

Tools

CMMS software

Allen-Bradley PLC systems

Job description

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a critical partner in our manufacturing success by ensuring the reliability and peak performance of our production machinery. You will leverage your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime, optimize equipment longevity, and drive operational efficiency across our facility.

About the Role

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a critical partner in our manufacturing success by ensuring the reliability and peak performance of our production machinery. You will leverage your expertise in electrical and mechanical systems to minimize downtime, optimize equipment longevity, and drive operational efficiency across our facility.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex repairs and preventative maintenance on industrial assets, including extruders, pumps, and gearboxes, to maximize production output.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical failures using advanced diagnostic tools and technical schematics.
• Manage maintenance workflows and asset history through digital CMMS platforms to ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Interpret intricate hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical diagrams to perform precise component replacements and system upgrades.
• Maintain a high standard of workplace safety by strictly adhering to LOTO protocols and environmental regulations.
• Support team growth by providing technical mentorship to junior staff and collaborating on cross-functional process improvements.
• Operate heavy machinery, including forklifts and aerial lifts, to facilitate safe equipment servicing.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in industrial maintenance or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLC operations and reading ladder logic.
• Strong working knowledge of AC/DC motors, motor drives, and industrial control circuits.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills

• Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC systems and conveyor integration.
• Current OSHA 10-Hour certification or equivalent safety training.
• Demonstrated ability to perform CNC machine setups and complex mechanical changeovers.