Maintenance Lead

Social Influence LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A growing maintenance services company seeks a full-time Maintenance Lead in Charlotte, NC. The candidate will support the Maintenance Manager by performing preventive and predictive maintenance on machinery, troubleshooting mechanical systems, and handling equipment repairs. Previous experience in electrical, machine mechanical, and hydraulic maintenance is required. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential. Join a team dedicated to ensuring equipment reliability and maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in repair and maintenance, particularly mechanical and electrical.
• Strong ability in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting major equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems.
• Maintain tools and work area clean and organized.
• Perform building maintenance including repairs on doors and docks.

Skills

Strong knowledge of pneumatic systems

Teamwork and problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Attention to detail

Ability to operate forklift effectively

Job description

Salary: $30-$35 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift

Equipment:

Job Description

We are looking for a full‑time Maintenance Lead to join our growing team. You will be responsible for assisting the Maintenance Manager with the overall maintenance and reliability improvement efforts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance (PM) on all machinery and equipment based on schedule.
• Repair or replace defective parts.
• Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Set up and operate welder, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Set up new equipment lines and equipment change overs.
• Maintain inventory of parts to assure repairs are done in a timely manner.
• Keep tools, shop, and work area organized and clean.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, efficiency, and quality of product.
• Test, repair, and operate equipment and tools safely.
• Understand and use lock out / tag out devices.
• Perform building maintenance including preventive maintenance and repairs on doors, docks, lighting, etc.
• Use basic wood working skills to repair and build tables, jigs, and interior wooden structures.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Education and Experience

• Previous repair and maintenance (machine mechanical / electrical / hydraulics) required.
• Preventive maintenance inspection (PM) diagnoses, repair, and rebuild major equipment/components including but not limited to balers, conveyors, hydraulic power packs, diverters, compressors, motors, glass breakers, fans, pumps, forklifts, and building equipment.

Skills/Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electro‑mechanical and other automation devices required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members. Teamwork and problem‑solving skills are a must.
• Must be highly motivated with great work ethic, very dependable, fast moving and able to work well with others.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi‑task.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to operate forklift effectively.

Physical/Work Requirements

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures.
• For all on‑the‑job injuries or accidents, must notify manager/supervisor immediately.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 15 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to regularly sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• This position requires some travel up to 0‑5% of the time.