Maintenance Technician

UFP Structural Packaging, LLC; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Structural Packaging, LLC is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and install equipment and facilities under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, basic machine schematics, and hands-on problem solving.

You will support multiple departments, follow lock-out/tag-out procedures, keep records, and contribute to scheduled preventive maintenance while developing skills in mechanical and industrial systems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• 1–2 years of maintenance/repair experience in manufacturing is desirable.
• Valid state driver’s license is required.
• Ability to read basic machine schematics with minimal guidance appears acceptable.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks and duties including scheduled preventive maintenance as assigned by a supervisor.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment and machinery with various tools.
• Follow OSHA requirements and use lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain organization of parts and materials; keep accurate records.
• Communicate information to supervisor and team clearly and promptly.
• Lift, move, and handle weights up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Detail-oriented

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Industrial presses

Cordless drills

Clamps

Measuring equipment (0.001)

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
• Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
• Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
• Ability to provide personal tools as required
• Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
• Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
• Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
• Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
• Able to follow directions well
• Display the willingness to learn
• Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
• Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001 to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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