Maintenance Technician III

Silfab Solar Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician III to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll be pivotal in maintaining production equipment, ensuring optimal performance, and executing electrical and mechanical projects. Your expertise will contribute to a sustainable future while working in a supportive environment that values professional growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in the fast-growing solar energy sector, where your skills and dedication will help shape the innovations of tomorrow.

Benefits

Competitive Market Wages

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance with a focus on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on production equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain equipment performance.

Skills

Reading wiring diagrams

Knowledge of industrial PCs and PLCs

Excellent interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Ability to work rotating shifts

Education

5 years of experience in related role

Technical trade school certificate

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Beckhoff TwinCat

Job description

Making a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Our state-of-the-art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.

Job Description

Summary of Position

A Maintenance Technician III is responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairing production equipment as required, while working with the shift lead hand and members of the team to complete electrical and mechanical projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment to maximize operating performance and assist with maintaining electrical spare parts’ inventory levels.
• Perform installation, set up, modification and relocation of equipment to accommodate or improve production requirements.
• Ensure the production schedule is not jeopardized due to machine breakdown, or unsafe operating conditions and inform Maintenance Manager about changes in electric circuits and update original diagrams.
• Adhere to work orders, preventive/predictive maintenance systems by filling in required forms and organize workplace to comply with housekeeping requirements.
• Complete electrical and mechanical projects based on direction given from Maintenance Supervisor as required by government regulation.
• Demonstrate safe work practices and follow company safety policies, procedures, and regulations always.
• Initiate and complete all other jobs, projects and special assignments as directed by Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and recommend measures to improve health and safety.
• Repair and replace electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic and electronic components such as motors, contactors, relays, timers, types of switches, PLCs, light curtains, motor controls and valves.

Qualifications

Skills

• Able to read wiring diagrams, electrical/mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic schematics and ladder/function block logic.
• Working knowledge of industrial PCs and PLCs (Siemens Step 7, Beckhoff TwinCat, etc.) and electric circuitry consisting of contactors, relays, main voltage/control voltage, limit switches and proximity sensors.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
• Team oriented.
• High degree of attention to detail, precision and follow-through.
• Willing and able to work rotating shift.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience within related role.

Preferred:

• At least 5 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing/industrial environment with multiple priorities.
• A certificate from technical trade school, Military experience in lieu of or related subject.

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Market Wages.
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday).