Maintenance Technician

Redwood Materials; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials is hiring a Maintenance Technician to support operations in Ridgeville, SC. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining equipment to maximize production efficiency. Ideal candidates must have experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance and a passion for sustainability. Full-time position with a sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience with a mechanical and/or electrical focus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with PLCs and Ladder diagrams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic, troubleshooting, preventive, and corrective maintenance services.
• Perform routine inspections to identify potential issues.
• Log maintenance-specific KPIs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

CMMS

PLC

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About Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We're doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.

About Redwood Materials

Redwood Materials was founded in 2017 to create a circular supply chain for electric vehicles and clean energy products, making them more sustainable and driving down the cost for batteries. We're doing this by developing and deploying new technologies to increase the scope and scale of recycled and sustainable materials in the global battery supply chain.

We're proud to partner with Ready SC to find top talent for these roles. To learn more and submit your application, please visit the Ready SC website. This is the primary way to apply.

The Maintenance Technician role provides the opportunity to join an innovative team in a high-growth company. This position will play a critical role in our operations by providing quality maintenance support to maximize machine availability and uptime across various production teams. You will apply your technical skills to troubleshooting, installing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical equipment, automated PLCs, robotics, and other machinery used to support production operations. Additionally, you will develop valuable skills with the opportunity to grow your career.

Responsibilities will include:

• Comply with all safety standards and maintain all required PPE.
• Perform routine inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively.
• Work cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, EHS, Operations, and Health & Safety teams.
• Provide diagnostic, troubleshooting, preventive, and corrective maintenance services for Redwood's production facilities.
• Respond to corrective and unplanned maintenance tasks for production and facilities equipment.
• Log maintenance-specific KPI's.
• Review shift pass-downs and communicate where needed.
• Participate in LOTO/JHA's and job walks.
• Participate and complete all Company-sponsored training and compliance training.
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

• 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience with a mechanical and/or electrical focus
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Experience with PLCs and Ladder diagrams preferred.
• Experience working with 480 VAC and lower voltages, wiring electrical cabinets.
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems preferred. Solid troubleshooting/problem-solving methodology.
• Understanding of the NEC codes and knowledge of NFPA 70E practices.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment while adhering to company policies and industry standards.
• Must be familiar with using a CMMS.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Proficient in working with spreadsheets, word processing, and computer-based applications.
• Must work well with engineering and production teams.
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to complete a respiratory fit test and respiratory medical evaluation
• Ability to wear a full-faced mask when required.
• Ability to wear SCBA and/or supplied air.
• Ability to work for extended periods, including up to a full shift, while wearing Tyvek suits, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), and other personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb both ladders and stairs.
• Ability to operate and train on equipment such as forklifts, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other specialized machinery.
• Ability to remain standing for extended periods, exceeding 80% of the shift.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated heights.
• Work in diverse environments, both indoors and outdoors, year-round.
• Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing.
• May require the ability to work weekends, nights, or on-call shifts as part of the regular work schedule.
• Abilitytoworkindifficultworkingconditionswhichmayincludeexposuretonoise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, forextended periodsoftime.
  
  

The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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