Industrial Maintenance Technician - Growth, Great Benefits

Hawthorne Gardening Co.; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 35,748 - 48,284; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

Holidays, vacation, sick time

401(k) with company match up to 7.5%

Stock purchase at 15% discount

Wellness reimbursement $600

Fertility/adoption/surrogacy support

Up to 18 weeks family leave

EEO/Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Scotts Miracle‑Grou is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Geismar, LA. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems on production equipment.

The position requires firsthand maintenance experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and the stamina to perform repetitive motions. The company offers comprehensive benefits and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Prior relevant maintenance experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to perform prolonged and repetitive motions: standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead, and hand dexterity.
• Ability to lift minimum 50 lbs.
• Teachable attitude and ability to learn in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to read numbers, product descriptions, and maintain written records.
• Ability to push button, monitor controls, and perform basic math functions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs and maintenance on equipment parts, including mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic repairs.
• Repair production line equipment such as conveyor belts, packaging equipment, grinding equipment, and stacking equipment.
• Assist or perform installation of machinery and equipment.
• Cut and weld (light steel fabrication).
• Inspect and adjust equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing malfunctions of machinery and equipment.
• Perform maintenance duties or other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Reading numbers

Math skills

Teachable

Manual dexterity

Welding

Tools

Welding

Job description

Scotts Miracle‑Grou is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Geismar, LA. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems on production equipment.

The position requires firsthand maintenance experience, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and the stamina to perform repetitive motions. The company offers comprehensive benefits and weekly pay.