Maintenance Technician

IFAB Corp.; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IFAB Corp. in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Maintenance Technician with hands-on experience in mechanical, plumbing, and hydraulic systems to install, maintain, and repair equipment for optimal performance and safety in our facility.

The ideal candidate will diagnose issues, read blueprints and manuals, perform preventive and corrective maintenance, and document work orders accurately while complying with safety regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, plumbing, and hydraulics.
• Ability to read technical documents, manuals, and blueprints.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varying conditions.
• Willingness for on-call or weekend work if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, plumbing, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Identify required materials for repairs with accurate information.
• Repair or replace faulty pumps, valves, fittings, cylinders, hoses, motors.
• Install and maintain plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Service hydraulic systems including pumps and reservoirs.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and manuals.
• Ensure safety regulations and company policies are followed.
• Complete maintenance records and reports accurately.
• Support other maintenance tasks across the facility.
• Review work orders and notify completion.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Tools

Hydraulic systems

Instrumentation diagrams

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician with strong knowledge and hands-on experience in mechanical systems, plumbing, and hydraulic systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing equipment and systems to ensure optimal performance and safety in our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, plumbing, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical failures or issues in machinery and equipment.
• Communicate the required materials for repairs with accurate information.
• Repair or replace defective parts such as pumps, valves, fittings, cylinders, hoses, motors, etc.
• Assemble, install, and maintain plumbing systems and fixtures (e.g., piping, drainage, water supply).
• Maintain and service hydraulic systems including pumps, reservoirs, actuators, and fluid levels.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manuals.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company policies.
• Complete maintenance records and reports accurately and on time.
• Support other maintenance activities as needed across the facility.
• Review the assigned work orders in the maintenance system and notify them once they have been completed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a maintenance technician, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical systems, plumbing codes, and hydraulic principles.
• Ability to read technical documents, manuals, and blueprints.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment, stand for long periods, and work in various conditions.
• Availability for on-call or weekend work, if required.