Maintenance Technician

ReadySC; South Carolina; Vor Ort; USD 41.328 - 46.838; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

ReadySC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support maintaining and optimizing automated systems including robotics and PLCs. The role requires a High School Diploma and 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting systems, performing maintenance, and updating tasks in a computerized system. Starting wages are $30.00-$34.00 per hour, with a top rate of $38.00 based on experience, plus an annual performance bonus program.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years in maintenance or automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating transport equipment.
• Knowledge of rigging and shimming techniques (with supervision).

Aufgaben

• Troubleshoot and optimize automated systems, including robotics.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Use blueprints and electrical schematics for planning.

Kenntnisse

Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing Siemens PLCs

Strong understanding of electrical schematics

Experience with microcontroller programming

Ability to operate transport equipment

Skilled in advanced mechanical and electrical component exchange

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools for electro-mechanical systems

Jobbeschreibung

Scout Motors Inc - Maintenance Technician

We are recruiting for positions in the Maintenance Technician family, including Automation roles and Senior Automation maintenance.

About the Team

Support upkeep and repair of automated equipment, including PLCs and robotics, by troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and software issues to ensure smooth operation and reduce downtime.

Physical Demand Requirements

• Mobility - Stand and walk for prolonged periods on hard surfaces.
• Dexterity - Frequent use of hands and fingers (operating machinery, hand tools).
• Lifting/Carrying - Lift, carry, and move objects up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Physical Positioning - Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, work in confined spaces.
• Sensory Requirements - Visual acuity for inspection; hearing and understanding instructions in noisy environment.
• Environmental Considerations - Work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise, dust, fumes; PPE may be required.
• Motorized Equipment - Operation of forklifts, utility carts, or other motorized equipment.

Location & Travel

• Location: Blythewood, SC
• Travel: May involve occasional travel to meet colleagues and participate in events.

Responsibilities – Scout Maintenance Technician

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize automated systems, including robotics, Siemens PLCs, and other automation equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, adopt 5S principles.
• Diagnose and repair robot faults and restore normal operation.
• Maintain mechanical and low‑voltage electrical components as needed.
• Use blueprints, electrical schematics, and system layouts; make use of EPlan for electrical planning.
• Exchange advanced mechanical and electrical components.
• Update maintenance tasks in a computerized system.
• Operate transport equipment to move parts and machinery.
• Support machine vision applications during commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Assist with rigging and shimming tasks under supervision.

Qualifications – Scout Maintenance Technician

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3+ years in maintenance or automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repairing Siemens PLCs and robotic systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, blueprints, and BoMs.
• Experience with microcontroller programming for equipment optimization.
• Proficient with diagnostic tools for electro‑mechanical systems.
• Experience operating transport equipment.
• Skilled in advanced mechanical and electrical component exchange.
• Knowledge of rigging and shimming techniques (with supervision).
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Competitive Wages

Starting wages of $30.00–$34.00 per hour, with a top rate of $38.00 per hour based on experience and performance. Additional $0.75 per hour earned after 6 months and eligibility for an annual performance bonus program.

Responsibilities – Senior Scout Maintenance Technician

• Maintain and troubleshoot complex automation systems, mentor junior technicians.
• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Lead troubleshooting of complex systems to restore normal operation.
• Use advanced diagnostic tools to repair electro‑mechanical components.
• Interpret technical drawings, BoM, and blueprints; use EPlan for electrical planning.
• Exchange advanced mechanical and electrical components.
• Update maintenance tasks in a computerized system.
• Operate transport equipment.
• Program robots independently, optimizing functionality.
• Support machine vision applications.
• Perform shimming tasks independently.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on system optimizations, upgrades, and new automation technologies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects.
• Mentor junior technicians.
• Lead installation and commissioning of new automation equipment and systems.
• Develop and implement maintenance plans to minimize downtime.

Qualifications – Senior Scout Maintenance Technician

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years in maintenance or automation in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in troubleshooting Siemens PLCs, Servos, and robotic systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Proficient in microcontroller programming for equipment optimization.
• Skilled with diagnostic tools for electro‑mechanical systems.
• Expert in operating transport equipment.
• Experience with advanced mechanical and electrical component exchange.
• Knowledge of advanced rigging and shimming techniques.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Scout Motors Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.