CBC is recruiting a multi-craft Maintenance Technician / Millwright for an established manufacturer in the Richmond, Virginia area.
This hands-on role supports production and facility equipment through troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and root-cause problem solving. The strongest candidates will bring solid mechanical capability and enough electrical and controls familiarity to work effectively in a multi-craft environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production machinery and facility equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic electrical issues and complete repairs safely and effectively.
- Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repair work during planned equipment outages.
- Respond to emergency and unscheduled equipment failures and restore equipment to safe, reliable operation.
- Read manuals, schematics, diagrams, and work orders to diagnose equipment problems and perform service.
- Use hand and power tools, meters, and material-handling equipment to complete maintenance work.
- Perform root-cause failure analysis to correct recurring problems rather than only treating symptoms.
- Support contractor coordination, facility maintenance, and other production-support needs as required.
Schedule:
- Night shift is typically 2:30 PM-11:00 PM.
- At least 40 hours per week.
- Approximately one Saturday per month is expected, with additional Saturdays possible based on business needs.
- This role remains on call to support employees scheduled in the facility.
Compensation:
- $30-$38/hour, based on experience.
- Guaranteed $1.25/hour night-shift differential while assigned to night shift, increasing to $2.00/hour after two years.
- Annual bonus opportunity at company discretion.
- Overtime eligible.
- Benefits include vacation/PTO, medical coverage, 401(k), and other standard employer benefits.
Requirements:
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting background with practical hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial equipment experience.
- Working electrical and PLC understanding is helpful. The position is intended for candidates who can grow across multiple crafts.
- Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience preferred. Candidates with varying experience levels may be considered when the underlying mechanical aptitude is strong.
- High school diploma/GED plus relevant apprenticeship, technical training, or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform work requiring standing, bending, pushing, pulling, and working around industrial equipment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a production-support team.
Preferred:
- Journeyman Millwright experience or credential.
- Pneumatic or hydraulic certifications.
- Pipefitting and/or TIG, MIG, or stick welding experience.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
A one-time transition payment may be available for qualified candidates who relocate to the Richmond area.