Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Tech

CJ Search Group; Huger (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CJ Search Group is seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Technician to support heavy processing equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting in South Carolina. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and improving mechanical systems to maximize production uptime.

You will collaborate with electrical technicians on major repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and read mechanical drawings and OEM manuals.

Qualifications

• Experience in steel processing or heavy manufacturing preferred.
• Welding and metal fabrication experience.
• Experience with slitting equipment, overhead cranes, and heavy material handling systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, chains, sprockets, couplings, and power transmission equipment.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, pumps, filters, hoses, regulators, and actuators.
• Perform precision alignment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.
• Replace bearings, seals, shafts, rollers, wear components, and mechanical assemblies.
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and minor machining as required.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic schematics, pneumatic diagrams, OEM manuals, and assembly drawings.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, including writing daily reports, responding to emails, and searching for replacement parts via computer.
• Maintain proper care and cleanliness of tools, equipment, materials, and work areas while providing shift coverage as needed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Precision alignment

Preventive maintenance

Root-cause analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

AllenBradley PLC

Fanuc PLC

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding equipment

Job description

Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join a growing team responsible for maintaining and improving heavy processing equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and improving mechanical systems supporting critical production operations. The ideal candidate is a self-driven mechanic who enjoys solving complex mechanical problems, minimizing downtime, collaborating across teams, and improving overall equipment reliability.Key ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and repair industrial machinery, conveyors, gearboxes, pumps, bearings, chains, sprockets, couplings, and power transmission equipment.Diagnose and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, pumps, filters, hoses, regulators, and actuators.Perform precision alignment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, and rotating equipment.Replace bearings, seals, shafts, rollers, wear components, and mechanical assemblies.Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and minor machining as required.Read and interpret mechanical drawings, hydraulic schematics, pneumatic diagrams, OEM manuals, and assembly drawings.Perform preventive and predictive maintenance, root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement projects to maximize equipment uptime.Collaborate closely with electrical technicians during major repairs, installations, and equipment upgrades.Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, including writing daily reports, responding to emails, and searching for replacement parts via computer.Maintain proper care and cleanliness of tools, equipment, materials, and work areas while providing shift coverage as needed.Preferred QualificationsExperience in steel processing, stamping, or heavy manufacturing environments.Welding and metal fabrication experience.Experience working on slitting equipment, overhead cranes, and heavy material handling systems.You should be proficient in:Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)Pneumatics TroubleshootingWelding Setups for ProductionMaintenance and Repair SkillsHydraulic Systems & ComponentsMechanical Systems & Component RepairLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Equipment Repair & MaintenanceMachine Safety InspectionsPower Transmission EquipmentMachines & technologies you'll use:Industrial Controls (Allen Bradley)Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley, Fanuc)