Maintenance Technician (6:00am- 4:30pm)

Chief Industries, Inc.; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Education assistance

Paid holidays (8)

And much more.

Job summary

Chief Industries, Inc. is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to perform advanced maintenance and repair of facility and industrial equipment, install new machinery, design electrical systems, program PLCs, and document activities.

You will read blueprints, operate forklifts and cranes, adhere to OSHA safety standards, and contribute to safety programs while working with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 5 years of maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Proficient with pneumatics, hydraulics, PLCs, and VFDs.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and workplace safety protocols.
• Welding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety and efficiency in all tasks and support the safety program.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Install, modify, and maintain machinery and systems for optimal performance.
• Read blueprints, schematics, micrometers, calipers, and wiring diagrams.
• Perform construction, plumbing, and carpentry work to support repairs.
• Work independently or in a team with minimal supervision.
• Complete paperwork and enter data into computer systems.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Reading schematics

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

PLCs

Electrical systems

VFDs

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing instruments

Job description

Responsible for advanced maintenance and repairs of facility and industrial equipment, enhancing productivity through the installation of new machinery, designing electrical systems, programming PLCs, and documenting their activities while participating in training programs to ensure skill development and safety compliance .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Carries out responsibilities with safety and efficiency as a priority. Prioritizes the well-being of colleagues and actively contributes to the safety program by collaborating, sharing ideas, and voicing concerns. Adheres to training guidelines, policies, and procedures while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Proactively identifies and addresses potential hazards.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Install, modify, and maintain machinery and systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Accurately reads blueprints, schematics, micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and wiring diagrams in making repair and adjustments.
• Performs construction, plumbing, concrete, and carpentry work to support building repairs and reconstruction projects.
• Works independently or as a team with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong self-management skills.
• Accurately completes all required paperwork and enters job-related data into computer systems.
• Operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently transport materials as required.

Shift

6:00am- 4:30pm

Education

High School Diploma or GED Preferred.

The Company

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

ABrandof Chief Industries,Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And much more.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

5 years:

Previous experience in a Maintenance Mechanic or similar industrial maintenance role.

Preferred

Competent in basic computer operations, with solid math skills and the ability to write clear, detailed maintenance reports.

Welding experience is a plus, though not required.

Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and adherence to workplace safety protocols.

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with the ability to resolve equipment issues efficiently.

Proficient in mechanical systems, including pneumatics and hydraulics, along with electrical systems including PLCs and variable frequency drives.

5 years:

Working knowledge of PLC's.

5 years:

Ability to read and interpret both electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

5 years:

Ability to operate electrical testing/ measuring instruments.

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