Maintenance Technician

Rhea Economic & Community Development; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Roanoke, VA is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician. In this role, you'll perform diagnostics and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment, troubleshoot various systems, and collaborate with team members to ensure equipment reliability. The ideal candidate has industrial maintenance experience and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship. Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k) with a company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of related industrial maintenance experience required.
• Working knowledge of fabrication, welding, electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repair, and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Communicate with team members to ensure equipment uptime.

Skills

Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

General fabrication and welding

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow directions

Tools

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

General Shale Brick, Inc., the leading manufacturer of brick and masonry materials, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our Roanoke, VA manufacturing facility. This is a hands‑on opportunity within a highly automated, team‑oriented production environment, where you’ll play a key role in maintaining equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

What You'll Do:

• Perform diagnostics, repair, and preventative maintenance on general mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Complete general fabrication and welding tasks, including passing an in‑house welding test.
• Safely operate oxygen and acetylene torches, cutoff wheels, grinders, drills, reciprocating saws, and other power tools.
• Demonstrate proficiency with basic hand tools including wrenches, screwdrivers, files, sockets, and ratchets.
• Maintain shop organization, cleanliness, and safe work practices.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance team members to ensure maximum equipment uptime.
• Follow work instructions and safety policies in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of one year of related industrial maintenance experience required.
• Working knowledge of general fabrication, welding, electrical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a maintenance team.
• Ability to follow directions and read and understand technical instructions.
• Willingness to work in a non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and hands‑on mechanical work throughout the shift.

Why General Shale:

General Shale offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Opportunities for advancement within a stable, industry‑leading organization

If you are a motivated maintenance professional looking to build a long‑term career in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply and grow with General Shale.

Learn more about General Shale and our portfolio of masonry and building solutions at www.generalshale.com.

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