Maintenance Technician: Machinery, Safety & Growth

Holmes Lumber; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D

Company-match 401(k)

Vacation time and paid holidays

Room for growth

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Custom Millwork (a division of Carter Lumber) is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Technician to keep our facility clean and functional. You will perform daily repairs, emergency and preventative maintenance, inspect machinery for safety, and support senior technicians as needed.

The role requires self‑direction, strong mechanical and tool knowledge, and the ability to work at a fast pace while multitasking. Collaboration and safety awareness are essential to success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must be a self starter and able to work unsupervised.
• Knowledge and expertise in maintenance of machinery, electrical troubleshooting, welding.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and knowledge of tools.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace and successfully multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance: Maintain and repair facilities, buildings, and assets in a cost‑effective manner; make recommendations for improvements; set priorities by importance of projects.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain tools and machinery; inspect and document maintenance; stock spare parts to keep equipment running.
• Safety: Adhere to safety requirements when operating tools; ensure safety functions work; report defects or safety issues immediately.

Skills

Self-starter

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding

Mechanical knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Ability to lift 25-50 lbs

Computer skills

Tools

Tools knowledge

Job description

Carter Custom Millwork (a division of Carter Lumber) is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Technician to keep our facility clean and functional. You will perform daily repairs, emergency and preventative maintenance, inspect machinery for safety, and support senior technicians as needed.

The role requires self‑direction, strong mechanical and tool knowledge, and the ability to work at a fast pace while multitasking. Collaboration and safety awareness are essential to success in this position.