Maintenance Technician

LeoForce; Graniteville (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician in Graniteville, South Carolina, to support production machinery, facility equipment, and new installations. You will perform preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and help reduce downtime through practical improvements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, strong industrial electrical background, PLC diagnostics, and the ability to work with stamping presses and welding equipment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing/industrial plant.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong industrial electrical background.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining stamping presses and welding equipment.
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
• Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Hydraulic maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-conscious approach with knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• High-energy, positive, hands-on approach to maintenance and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose the root causes of recurring equipment problems and implement solutions to reduce downtime.
• Perform preventative and proactive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs as required.
• Support the production department with equipment-related issues.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and scheduling maintenance projects.
• Submit requisitions for materials, parts, and supplies needed for maintenance projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant equipment, maintenance processes, and overall productivity.
• Recommend improvements to existing maintenance programs and systems.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe maintenance shop, tool crib, and related work areas.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Work overtime and/or off-shift hours when necessary.

Skills

Industrial electrical

PLC diagnostic capabilities

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Root-cause analysis

Independent work

Communication skills

OSHA awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stamping presses

Welding equipment

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $30 - $38 per hour

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced General Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance and reliability of production machinery, facility equipment, new equipment, and other plant systems.

This individual will be responsible for performing preventative, proactive, and emergency maintenance while troubleshooting equipment issues and identifying opportunities to reduce downtime. The ideal candidate brings strong industrial electrical experience, PLC diagnostic capabilities, and hands-on experience maintaining manufacturing equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment and machinery
• Diagnose the root causes of recurring equipment problems and implement solutions to reduce downtime
• Perform preventative and proactive maintenance on plant equipment
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs as required
• Support the production department with equipment-related issues
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and scheduling maintenance projects
• Submit requisitions for materials, parts, and supplies needed for maintenance projects
• Identify opportunities to improve plant equipment, maintenance processes, and overall productivity
• Recommend improvements to existing maintenance programs and systems
• Ensure equipment operates safely and in compliance with OSHA requirements
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe maintenance shop, tool crib, and related work areas
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Work overtime and/or off-shift hours when necessary

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing/industrial plant
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong industrial electrical background
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining stamping presses and welding equipment
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics
• Hands‑on mechanical maintenance experience
• Hydraulic maintenance experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Safety-conscious approach with knowledge of OSHA requirements
• High‑energy, positive, hands‑on approach to maintenance and problem solving

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on industrial maintenance professional who is comfortable troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and automated equipment. Someone who enjoys finding the root cause of recurring problems—not simply fixing the immediate issue—and who can work closely with production to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

If you're an experienced maintenance technician looking for a long‑term opportunity where your technical expertise can directly impact plant productivity and reliability, we'd like to hear from you.

A bit about us

Our client is an established steel manufacturing company with more than 60 years of industry experience. The organization specializes in the design, fabrication, and installation of custom steel structures, serving customers across North America, the Caribbean, and beyond. Their operations are built around quality, engineering expertise, innovation, and dependable customer service.

This is an opportunity to join a hands‑on manufacturing environment where maintenance plays a critical role in keeping production running safely and efficiently.

Why join us?

• Join an established manufacturing organization with a long history of success
• Work in a hands‑on role supporting a wide range of production equipment
• Have a direct impact on equipment reliability, productivity, and downtime reduction
• Work alongside production and engineering teams in a collaborative environment
• Opportunity to contribute ideas for improving maintenance processes and plant operations
• Be part of a company that emphasizes quality, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement

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