Maintenance Technician

Accelera Staffing; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing is seeking skilled Multi-Craft Industrial Maintenance Technicians in Clinton, NC to support manufacturing and packaging processes. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to keep production lines safe and productive.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience, can work autonomously, and uses root-cause analysis to prevent repeat failures. You will perform preventive maintenance, support upgrades, and document activities for the

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required.
• At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with sensors, VFDs, motors, and diagnostics.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams and mechanical schematics.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout safety procedures.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and repair industrial machinery across production lines.
• Diagnostics and repairs on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot control circuits including VFDs, motors, relays, and sensors.
• Follow technical drawings to guide maintenance tasks.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to boost uptime.
• Support equipment upgrades and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document maintenance activities and report status during shifts.
• Maintain safety via LOTO and PPE protocols.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

VFDs & motor testing

Reading schematics

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

We are currently looking for skilled Multi-Craft Industrial Maintenance Technicians to join our team in Clinton, NC, where you will support our core manufacturing and packaging processes. This position is perfect for those who excel at hands‑on mechanical and electrical diagnostics, enabling you to resolve equipment issues effectively and ensure that our production lines remain both safe and highly productive.

The successful applicant will be a proactive problem-solver who possesses a deep understanding of industrial machinery. We value individuals who can operate autonomously and prioritize finding the root cause of mechanical failures rather than simply swapping out parts.

Core Responsibilities

• Identify, maintain, and fix various pieces of industrial manufacturing and packaging machinery.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs on a wide range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot complex control circuits, including VFDs, motors, motor controls, contactors, relays, and sensors.
• Analyze and utilize technical documentation, such as mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical schematics.
• Replace or repair essential mechanical parts like shafts, gearboxes, bearings, chains, sprockets, couplings, and belts.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance tasks to help boost overall equipment uptime and reliability.
• Address sudden equipment malfunctions to minimize production downtime and keep operations moving.
• Analyze recurring technical failures to suggest and implement permanent solutions that prevent future issues.
• Support the team by assisting with equipment upgrades, new installations, and various continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out necessary fabrication tasks, including welding, drilling, grinding, and cutting.
• Document maintenance activities accurately and provide clear status updates to the team during shift transitions.
• Help maintain a safe working environment for the entire team by strictly adhering to LOTO, PPE, and machine guarding protocols.
• Foster a collaborative atmosphere by working closely with both production staff and other maintenance technicians.

Required Qualifications

• Possession of a GED or high school diploma is mandatory.
• A minimum of three years of relevant industrial maintenance experience is preferred.
• Demonstrate advanced mechanical and electrical troubleshooting proficiency.
• Proven experience working with industrial sensors, VFDs, motors, and electrical testing tools.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying technical drawings and electrical diagrams.
• Solid understanding of how to operate and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards, specifically including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Ability to independently diagnose complex machine faults and execute effective repairs.
• Maintain a dependable and safety‑focused mindset while working in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

Physical Demands

• Capacity to stand and walk for the duration of 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to lift and transport items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Capability to navigate stairs, ladders, and elevated platforms as required.
• Ability to perform tasks involving kneeling, bending, crawling, and reaching around heavy machinery.
• Comfort working in an industrial facility characterized by noise, heat, dust, and active equipment.

Shift Information

Day Shift: Operates on a 12-hour rotating basis.

Night Shift: Operates on a 12-hour rotating basis, requiring the ability to work with minimal oversight and respond promptly to machine failures.

Both roles utilize a 36/48-hour rotating schedule, which includes potential work on weekends and holidays.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages ranging from $25 to $30, commensurate with your skills and background.
• Full-time position with stable employment.
• Opportunities to refine and expand your technical industrial maintenance expertise.
• A collaborative manufacturing culture that places a high value on safety and equipment performance.

Candidate Profile

You are a dedicated maintenance expert who thrives on troubleshooting challenging equipment problems, maintaining composure under pressure, and making informed decisions to keep production flowing. You take genuine satisfaction in performing high‑quality repairs, executing preventative maintenance, and addressing the underlying causes of mechanical issues.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We evaluate all qualified candidates without regard to any characteristics protected by law.