Industrial Maintenance Technician - Day Shift, On-Site

Jobot; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot in High Point, NC is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for a permanent, on-site role. The position offers strong compensation and excellent benefits, with a focus on reliability, safety, and performance of industrial equipment.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, PLC familiarity, and the ability to read schematics. First shift hours provide a stable daytime schedule and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative maintenance team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Working knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery and troubleshooting PLC-related issues.
• Experience troubleshooting motors, motor controls, VFDs, relays, sensors, wiring, and industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Experience using diagnostic instruments, electrical testing equipment, hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Working knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and safe maintenance procedures for industrial equipment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritize maintenance needs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues involving industrial machinery, production equipment, and construction-related equipment.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment uptime, reliability, and service life.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including identifying control-related faults, tracing inputs/outputs, and assisting with electrical control system troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot electrical components and systems, including motors, motor controls, drives, sensors, relays, switches, wiring, and control devices.
• Repair, replace, adjust, and test mechanical components such as bearings, gearboxes, belts, pumps, motors, and other equipment assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, technical manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Inspect electrical systems, mechanical assemblies, and safety devices to identify wear, defects, and potential equipment failures.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, identify root causes, and complete effective repairs while minimizing operational disruptions.
• Support equipment installation, alignment, commissioning, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and replacement parts.
• Follow all applicable safety requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures, electrical safety practices, and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Collaborate with operators, supervisors, contractors, and fellow technicians to coordinate maintenance priorities and improve equipment performance.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC controls

Motor & drive troubleshooting

Electrical schematics literacy

Diagnostics tools

Preventive maintenance

Teamwork

Education

Technical diploma or apprenticeship

Job description

Jobot in High Point, NC is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician for a permanent, on-site role. The position offers strong compensation and excellent benefits, with a focus on reliability, safety, and performance of industrial equipment.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, PLC familiarity, and the ability to read schematics. First shift hours provide a stable daytime schedule and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative maintenance team.