Maintenance Mechanic

CRH; Colfax (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health & wellness programs

Inclusive culture & internal promotion

Job summary

CRH is hiring a Maintenance Technician for its Colfax, NC facility. The role focuses on preventive maintenance, safe operation, and timely repair of plant equipment in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.

You will read diagrams and manuals, troubleshoot issues, and work with mechanical and electrical components. A high school diploma is required and prior experience with extrusion or similar equipment is welcomed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with Cincinnati Milacron machines preferred.
• Experience with Theason Extruders preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose mechanical/electrical issues.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a routine basis.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections of machinery.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair machine failures.
• Log maintenance work and follow SOPs, LOTO and safety guidelines.
• Read operation manuals and diagrams to ensure proper operation.

Skills

Cincinnati Milacron

Theason Extruders

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical components

Industrial maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 529173

Non-Exempt

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

National Pipe & Plastics, one of the largest PVC pipe producers in North America, is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician. The ideal candidate in this role will perform a wide range of duties in an industrial manufacturing environment. This maintenance mechanic will be responsible for ensuring all equipment is operating safely and efficiently by completing preventative maintenance requirements, following diagrams, reading operations manuals and troubleshooting malfunctions. The address of the facility is 9609 W Market St in Colfax, NC 27235. There is a $2000 sign-on bonus for this position with the first $1000 paid after the first 3 months of continuous employment and another $1000 paid after 6 months of continuous employment.

Job Responsibilities

• Installing and assembling new machines and equipment
• Maintaining a preventative maintenance schedule for inspecting, servicing, and testing machinery
• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing machine failures
• Installing replacement parts such as vacuum pumps, hydraulic pumps, and hydraulic hoses
• Using power tools and different hand tools to complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders
• Following industry best practices, SOP's, LOTO procedures, and other safety guidelines
• logging performed maintenance work through either paper documentation or a CMMS

Job Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with Cincinnati Milacron machines preferred
• Experience with Theason Extruders preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proven work experience with electrical and mechanical components
• At least one year of industrial maintenance experience preferred
• Ability to read/write simple instructions and communicate effectively with team members
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and ability to diagnose and fix problems
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, air and fluid valves, solenoids, motors, starters, breakers, pumps, material flow, limit switches, welding, and torches is a plus
• Knowledge of plastics extrusion processing is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. periodically throughout the day

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affine Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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