Maintenance Specialist (1st Shift)

ABB; Pinetops (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k plan

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

ABB’s Pinetops, NC facility seeks a Maintenance Technician to lead maintenance planning and execution for production lines and facilities. You will improve reliability, maintainability, and safety while overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance and updating equipment documentation.

This role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is on-site in Pinetops, NC. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma/GED and at least 2+ years as a maintenance technician, with experience in

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED
• 2+ years as a maintenance technician
• Experience with data analysis/reporting, manufacturing processes, and planned maintenance/backlog
• Associate degree is a plus (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic/Electromechanical)

Responsibilities

• Define maintenance plans for new production lines or facilities and improve reliability, maintainability, and safety
• Resolve major technical, equipment, or facilities problems to boost production line performance
• Propose process improvements to reduce maintenance and improve energy efficiency
• Respond to emergencies and outages to minimize production disruption
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment
• CMMs reporting responsibilities

Skills

Data Analysis & Reporting

Engineering & Manufacturing Processes

Planned Maintenance & Backlog

Specialist Technical & Engineering

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate's Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic / Electromechanical

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Grinders

Hand tools

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Maintenance Supervisor

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the processes in maintaining and preserving the efficiency of all equipment, production lines, and/or facilities, resulting in the optimization of technical and financial resources. Each day, you will oversee execution of ordinary and extraordinary maintenance of equipment, production lines, and/or facilities. You will also showcase your expertise by managing and updating technical documentation of equipment, production lines, and/or facilities.

The work model for the role is: onsite at the Pinetops, NC facility.

HSE Considerations:

Manufacturing plant environment requires a combination of hands‑on and technical tasks. Work may involve occasional lifting of materials, climbing stairs/ladders, and walking. Employees may be required to bend, twist, or stand for extended periods. Frequent use of computers is necessary for data entry, monitoring, and communication. Employees will also handle a variety of tools and equipment, from hand tools to machinery, requiring technical skills and adherence to safety protocols. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel‑toed shoes, is required to ensure a safe working environment. Adhering to safety guidelines is essential for all team members. The work environment requires physical endurance, technical proficiency, and a commitment to maintaining safety standards to contribute to a productive and rewarding workplace.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Defining maintenance plans for new production lines or facilities, and consulting on ways to improve reliability, maintainability, and safety of equipment and/or facilities.
• Solving major technical, equipment, or facilities problems to achieve higher performance of the production lines.
• Proposing improvement projects for processes and production lines aimed at reducing ordinary and extraordinary maintenance and optimizing operational and energy efficiency.
• Responding to emergencies, breakdowns, malfunctions, and other operating problems to minimize disruption in the production process.
• Responsibility over equipment preventive and corrective maintenance.
• CMMs reportability.

Qualifications for the role:

• High school diploma / GED or equivalent education is required
• 2+ years working as a maintenance technician
• Experience around Data Analysis & Reporting, Engineering & Manufacturing Processes, Planned Maintenance & Backlog, and Specialist Technical & Engineering Skills.
• Associate's Degree in related fields (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, or Electromechanical) is a plus.
• Knowledge and use of tools – tape measure, calipers, grinders, or other hand tools, as needed.
• Ability to safely use a ladder while performing the job, as needed. Ability to lift, push and pull up to 40lbs
• Candidates must already possess authorization to work for ABB in the US.

What's in it for you:

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You’ll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

ABB Benefit Summary For Eligible US Employees

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Vacation is provided based on years of service for hourly and non-exempt positions.

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