Maintenance Technician

Sotera Health Company; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision

401(k) program with Company match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sotera Health Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Columbia, SC, to perform essential daily maintenance and scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment. Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least five years of maintenance experience, and proficiency in electrical systems. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance, 401(k) with a company match, and education assistance. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting and coordinating the procurement of materials needed for maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine daily maintenance activities for the facility.
• Identify problems and recommend corrective action.
• Obtain pricing information and order materials as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Knowledge of 480-volt 3 Phase power

Electric motor control troubleshooting

Ability to operate welding equipment

Knowledge of hand and power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance Technician page is loaded## Maintenance Technicianlocations: Columbia Citytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-2026-342The name Sotera Health was inspired by Soteria, the Greek goddess of safety, and reflects the Company’s unwavering commitment to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health(R).Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical sterilization and lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. With a combined tenure across our businesses of nearly 200 years and our industry recognized scientific and technological expertise, we help to ensure the safety of millions of patients and healthcare practitioners around the world every year.Across our 64 facilities worldwide, we have over 3,000 employees who are dedicated to safety and quality. We are a trusted partner to more than 5,800 customers in over 50 countries, including more than 40 of the top 50 medical device companies and 9 of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies.Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment. Troubleshoots mechanical failures, recommends corrective action, and carries out the necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment and operational status. Adheres to all facility safety programs.**Responsibilities*** Performs routine daily maintenance activities for the facility and scheduled preventative maintenance on the processing equipment as directed by the Supervisor.* Identifies problems, collects data, draws valid conclusions, recommends corrective action and carries out necessary repairs in a timely manner to restore equipment to operational status.* Identifies the materials needed, obtains pricing information, completes purchase orders and with the Supervisor’s approval, orders materials needed.* Interfaces with operations personnel regarding work orders and outside contractors, as necessary* Adheres to all facility safety programs.* Assists with other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.**Qualifications*** High School Diploma or GED* Language, mathematical and reasoning skills necessary to compute complex measurements and read and comprehend detailed instructions and electrical/mechanical drawings.* Five (5) years of maintenance experience in a processing/manufacturing environment preferred.* Specific areas of knowledge include: + Purchasing + Knowledge of 480-volt 3 Phase power + Ability to read and interpret ladder logic and electrical diagrams. + Electric motor control troubleshooting + Repair and troubleshooting of mechanical systems. + Ability to operate welding equipment and a cutting torch. + Knowledge of hand and power tools and their safe use* Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.* Must be able to lift 50 pounds.**Training Required*** Must complete all required training for a “Maintenance Technician” outlined in the training manual.**Benefits**Sotera Health offers a competitive benefits package that includes:* Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts* 401(k) program with Company match that immediately vests* Paid holidays, vacation and sick time* Free financial planning assistance* Paid parental leave* Education assistance* Voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Sterigenics U.S. LLC takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.VEVRAA Federal ContractorSotera Health goes to market through its three best-in-class businesses – Sterigenics(R), Nordion(R) and Nelson Labs(R). Sterigenics is a leading global provider of outsourced terminal sterilization and irradiation services for the medical device, pharmaceutical, food safety and advanced applications markets. Nordion is the leading global provider of Co-60 and gamma irradiators, which are key components to the gamma sterilization process. Nelson Labs is a global leader in outsourced microbiological and analytical chemistry testing and advisory services for the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.