Junior Maintenance Technician: Industrial Equipment Repair

UFP Industries, Inc.; Rowesville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on equipment in a manufacturing setting. This entry-level role focuses on learning the plants' equipment, following safety rules, and supporting a team to keep operations running smoothly.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years in maintenance, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read basic schematics.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED.
• 1–2 years' maintenance/repair experience in manufacturing.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to read basic machine schematics with minimal guidance.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools; measuring equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment with various tools.
• Follow OSHA requirements and safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out.
• Share information with supervisor and team clearly.
• Demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills.
• Organize and manage parts and materials; read schematics.
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs; collaborate with other departments.
• Display a team-oriented attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Tool use

Safety awareness

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Presses

Cordless drills

Calipers

Micrometers

Levels

Angle gauges

Depth gauges

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on equipment in a manufacturing setting. This entry-level role focuses on learning the plants' equipment, following safety rules, and supporting a team to keep operations running smoothly.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 1–2 years in maintenance, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to read basic schematics.