Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Gallman Consulting; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (LDP/HDP) – eligible

Short-term disability & life insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company participation

Job summary

Gallman Consulting is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician for a metal components plant in Florence, SC. You will perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on production equipment, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and read blueprints and electrical diagrams.

The ideal candidate has strong multi‑craft maintenance experience in manufacturing, is comfortable working in non‑climate‑controlled facilities, and can independently diagnose issues

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical diagrams.
• Willingness to work in non‑climate‑controlled facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Safely work inside electrical control cabinets to replace components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and diagrams.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480V and 24VDC circuits.
• Support PLC-related troubleshooting and basic program changes when needed.
• Maintain equipment reliability and uptime, supporting continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with a small maintenance team in a manufacturing setting.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Read blueprints

Preventive maintenance

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical testing tools

Hydraulic/pneumatic tools

Multimeter/VOM

Job description

Client:

Our client is making metal components for a variety of industrial purposes. With more than 70 employees, they blend small‑company culture, machining and automation to deliver innovative, high‑quality products—efficiently and cost‑effectively.

Company Culture:

• Family-owned business since the early 1900s.
• Plant Manager started from the ground up and has been there 30 years.
• Other long-tenured staff and supportive management who lead by example.
• Upgraded break room and employee-focused environment.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance (LDP/HDP) – eligible after 60 days
• Short‑term disability & life insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company participation (6‑month waiting period)

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday–Friday)
• Some flexibility available after hire to adjust start or end times
• Overtime varies based on production needs

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on production equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Safely work inside electrical control cabinets to replace or repair components
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical diagrams
• Troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480V, including 120V, 240–480V, and 24VDC circuits
• Support PLC‑related troubleshooting, including reading ladder logic and performing limited program modifications when required
• Maintain production equipment to ensure reliability and uptime while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate closely with a small maintenance team in a high‑accountability manufacturing environment

Your Background

• Strong multi‑craft maintenance skill set with a focus on mechanical and electrical systems
• Proven experience working in a manufacturing or production environment
• Solid understanding of industrial electrical systems, controls, and troubleshooting techniques
• Comfortable working in non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing facilities
• Demonstrated ability to independently diagnose issues, take ownership of repairs, and drive problems to resolution
• Willingness to provide and maintain a personal set of hand tools and toolbox (specialty tools provided)

Bonus Skills (Preferred, Not Required)

• PLC programming, instrumentation, or industrial controls experience
• Experience working in small‑to‑mid‑sized manufacturing plants