Maintenance Technician

ICL Group; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company seeks a Maintenance Technician to oversee operational integrity at their North Charleston plant. You will repair and maintain equipment to support production needs, ensuring safety and compliance. This role requires strong technical skills, experience in industrial maintenance, and a commitment to excellence in service and teamwork.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

401k eligibility with company match

Wellness Incentive Program

Employee Student Loan Assistance Program

Discount program for various services

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in industrial maintenance or related education.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems (480 volts and lower).
• Physical capability for lifting 50 lbs and working in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issues.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards during maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

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As theMaintenance Technicianat ICL Specialty Fertilizers, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing plant in North Charleston, SC. Your expertise will help maintain our high standards of production and safety.

ICL Specialty Fertilizers has a manufacturing plant in North Charleston, SC. This facility manufactures controlled-release fertilizer brands Osmocote, Agroblen, and Agrocote. The shift assignment of this position varies and does involve occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday coverage as necessary.

I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position?

• Diagnose and Repair: Identify and fix mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment issues, replacing faulty components as needed.
• Emergency Response: Quickly address equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Preventive Maintenance: Conduct and document planned maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Equipment Reliability: Responsible for keeping equipment in top condition for safe and efficient production results as well as identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and maintenance procedures.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Utilize Tools and Equipment: Safely operate cranes, hoists, hand/power tools, precision measurement tools, and electronic testing devices.
• Collaboration: Work with other departments to identify and resolve equipment issues.
• Inventory Management: Maintain parts and tools inventory, ensuring organization and availability.
• Documentation: Keep detailed logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts used.
• Additional Duties: Operate machines as needed for both troubleshooting and to supplement production requirements during busy periods and perform any other duties as required.

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

• Education:
  • HS diploma or GED required.
• Technical Skills:
  • At least 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance or a combination of related technical education and work experience.
  • Ability to use technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
  • Understanding of electric motors and motor systems, with essential electrical knowledge and troubleshooting ability (480 volts and lower).
  • Basic familiarity with instrumentation such as level, flow, temperature, PLCs, and HMIs.
  • Robust mechanical knowledge of conveying systems, rotating equipment, fans, pneumatics, and packaging equipment.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Capable of lifting at least 50 lbs., frequently walking up/down stairs, and comfortable entering confined spaces.
  • Ability to arc (stick) and MIG weld are preferred (Stainless welding a plus).
• Software Skills:
  • Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS); specific experience with QAD EAM considered a plus.
• Communication Skills:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.

Compensation at ICL: If you are hired at ICL, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).

Salary Range: $26.92 - $32.00 per hour

Annual Bonus Target: 5%, subject to plan provisions.

ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include:

• Competitive base pay and performance bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire
• Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
• Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
• Generous Leave and FMLA policies
• Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products & EpiPens)
• 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
• Employee Student Loan Assistance Program
• Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more

To learn more, visit: https://icl-growingsolutions.com/en-us/

ICL will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Who is ICL?

ICL Group is a leading global specialty minerals company, which creates impactful solutions for humanity's sustainability challenges in the food, agriculture and industrial markets. ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its global professional workforce, and its sustainability focused R&D and technological innovation capabilities, to drive the company's growth across its end markets. Our agricultural products feed the world’s growing population, our food additives enable greater access to higher quality food, our potash and phosphate products are essential components for the pharma industry and our bromine-based materials and phosphates contribute to a more energy efficient and environmentally friendly planet. ICL benefits from its advantageous size, geographical spread, and operational flexibility. With a culture based upon leadership, innovation, and sustainability, ICL is well positioned to be an Employer of Choice within the communities in which we operate. ICL shares are dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs more than 12,500 people worldwide, and its 2023 revenues totaled approximately $7.5 billion.To learn more about ICL, visit the company's global websitewww.icl-group.com.

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