Maintenance Technician: Growth, On-Call & Impact

Arauco; Bennettsville, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,269,000 - 104,988,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay starting at $29.06-$36

Health plan options

Wellness program

Gym reimbursement

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Vacation package and holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

ARAUCO in Bennettsville, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep industrial equipment running smoothly. Applicants should have strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience with bearings, hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, and welding.

A related two-year degree is preferred and SAP knowledge is a plus. You may work regular hours, shift schedules, or an on-call rotation to address maintenance emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year degree in Mechanical Studies preferred.
• 5 years of industrial mechanical experience, including bearings, hydraulics, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Industrial welding and fabrication experience.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook experience preferred.
• SAP experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment to minimize downtime.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and partner with Operations to resolve issues efficiently; perform preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and recommend long-term solutions.
• Support assigned mill areas by addressing safety, quality, reliability, and downtime concerns.
• Coordinate daily and planned maintenance activities with Operators, Planners, and other crafts.
• Complete work orders, maintenance logs, and follow-up work requests.
• Assist with developing and improving preventive maintenance programs.
• Support Asset Reliability Process (ARP), planning, scheduling, and Area Management initiatives.
• Clearly communicate equipment issues, repairs, and changes with Operations and Maintenance teams.
• Participate in crew meetings, training, and continuous improvement activities.
• Continue developing technical skills through training and development opportunities.
• Provide maintenance team coverage and support as needed.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team player

Flexible schedules

Education

High School Diploma

Two-year degree in Mechanical Studies

Tools

SAP

Job description

ARAUCO in Bennettsville, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep industrial equipment running smoothly. Applicants should have strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and experience with bearings, hydraulics, pumps, gearboxes, and welding.

A related two-year degree is preferred and SAP knowledge is a plus. You may work regular hours, shift schedules, or an on-call rotation to address maintenance emergencies as needed.