Industrial Maintenance Technician

Jobot; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Overtime

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot in Rutherfordton, NC is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills and a hands-on approach to keeping equipment running reliably.

You will diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, read schematics and manuals, and coordinate with operations during breakdowns.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial maintenance.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read schematics and equipment manuals.
• Textile manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Welding and fabrication experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and mechanical drawings.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and coordinate with production to restore operation.
• Document repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, and maintain an organized work area.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Schematics reading

PLC troubleshooting

Welding

Team communication

Job description

Industrial Maintenance Technician

$30 - $35 per hour | Rutherfordton, NC | On-site | Permanent

Industrial Maintenance Technician With Local Leader / $30-$35 Per Hour / Full Benefits, Overtime, & Growth Opportunity

A bit about us:

A textile manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems. This role is a good fit for someone with strong mechanical and electrical skills who enjoys solving problems and keeping equipment running reliably.

Why join us?

• Put your troubleshooting skills to work across a variety of manufacturing equipment.
• Take an active role in improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams in a hands-on environment.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot motors, drives, sensors, conveyors, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Read electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and mechanical drawings.
• Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and coordinate with production to restore operation.
• Document repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, and maintain an organized work area.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with motors, bearings, belts, pumps, and power transmission components.
• Ability to read schematics and use diagnostic tools.
• Familiarity with PLC troubleshooting and variable frequency drives preferred.
• Textile manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Welding and fabrication experience is helpful.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the team.

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