Maintenance Technician

LHH; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a direct hire opportunity in Charlotte, NC. This hands-on role involves supporting production equipment and facility operations in a manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate has at least one year of maintenance experience, a strong mechanical aptitude, and is self-motivated. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation. A structured training period assists new hires in acclimating to the team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Technical background in Mechanical or Automation preferred.
• Ability to read basic schematics and troubleshoot production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
• Troubleshoot and complete corrective repairs on mechanical and basic electrical systems.
• Document maintenance activities within the company system.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Basic electrical systems

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Troubleshooting ability

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a direct hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing organization. This is a hands‑on role supporting production equipment and facility operations in a team‑based industrial environment.

If you have at least one year of maintenance experience and a strong mechanical aptitude, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable team with structured training and consistent scheduling.

Schedule

• 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Monday through Thursday (4 days on)
• Rotational on‑call coverage approximately every 2 months
• Overtime may be available based on production needs

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Troubleshoot and complete corrective repairs on mechanical and basic electrical systems
• Coordinate with external service providers for specialized repairs and inspections
• Monitor vendor work to ensure quality and safety standards
• Document maintenance activities within the company system
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow established safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Exercise authority to stop equipment if unsafe conditions exist

Technical Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1 year of maintenance experience in manufacturing, industrial, or similar environment
• Technical background in Mechanical, Automation, or related field preferred
• General knowledge of:
• Mechanical systems
• Basic electrical systems
• Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office
• Experience working within a maintenance tracking or CMMS system preferred
• Ability to read basic schematics and troubleshoot production equipment
• Experience negotiating or coordinating with suppliers/vendors is a plus
• English proficiency required; Spanish is a plus

Soft Skills

• Self‑motivated and able to work independently
• Strong team orientation
• Safety‑conscious and detail‑oriented
• Industrial manufacturing setting
• Team of maintenance professionals supporting production operations
• Strong emphasis on safety and quality systems
• Structured training period (2–3 months for ramp‑up)