Maintenance Technician – Manufacturing Equipment

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company; Waverly (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Holidays

Vacation

Sick time

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Wellness program

Fertility support

Job summary

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Waverly, VA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our ScottsMiracle-Gro team. You will troubleshoot and repair equipment across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic and pneumatic systems on the production line.

Candidates should have prior maintenance experience, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position pays between $33.65 and $43.60 per hour, with weekly pay and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Prior relevant maintenance experience.
• Prefer experience on forklifts and heavy equipment.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability for prolonged standing, twisting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, reaching overhead and arms/hands dexterity.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Teachable attitude and ability to learn on the job in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to read numbers, product descriptions, and maintain written records.
• Ability to push button, monitor controls, and perform basic math functions.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment including machines across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems.
• Repair production line equipment including conveyor belts, packaging equipment, grinding equipment, and stacking equipment.
• May install machinery and equipment.
• Cutting and welding, including light steel fabrication.
• Inspect and adjust equipment.
• Assist in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Perform maintenance duties or other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Teachable attitude

Read numbers, product descriptions

Tools

Forklift experience

Heavy equipment experience

Job description

The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company in Waverly, VA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our ScottsMiracle-Gro team. You will troubleshoot and repair equipment across mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, electronic and pneumatic systems on the production line.

Candidates should have prior maintenance experience, be able to lift 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position pays between $33.65 and $43.60 per hour, with weekly pay and a competitive benefits package.