Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Volvo Cars; Ridgeville (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Family Bond parental leave program

Employee vehicle lease program

Job summary

Volvo Cars in Ridgeville, SC seeks a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance on highly automated equipment, troubleshoot complex malfunctions, and implement improvements. You will analyze failures, document actions in CMMS, and collaborate with operators to ensure optimal performance.

The role requires strong electrical and mechanical knowledge, experience with PLCs, and a safety-first mindset. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US and able to work all shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in highly automated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing specs and work instructions.
• Proven electrical and mechanical maintenance knowledge for complex equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks on assigned equipment and preventive tasks.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical/electrical breakdowns and analyze root causes.
• Train operators and document maintenance actions in CMMS.
• Follow safety policies and participate in problem-solving for improvements.
• Support improvements and timely maintenance resolutions.

Skills

Automated equipment knowledge

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

Safety compliance

Team player

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in a technical field

Military technical experience

Tools

CMMS software (SAP or Maximo)

PLC programming software

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician will execute maintenance tasks, which require an in-depth technical knowledge of automated equipment. The technician will troubleshoot and repair complex equipment breakdowns involving mechanical and electrical aspects of machinery, analyze failures or equipment technical loss causes, and make or suggest improvements as needed.

The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician will execute maintenance tasks, which require an in-depth technical knowledge of automated equipment. The technician will troubleshoot and repair complex equipment breakdowns involving mechanical and electrical aspects of machinery, analyze failures or equipment technical loss causes, and make or suggest improvements as needed.

What You'll Do

• Ensuring compliance with appropriate safety policies and procedures.
• Perform all maintenance activities related to his/her assigned action area, including planned tasks regarding predictive and preventive maintenance.
• Applying problem solving skills to reduce the consequences of failure.
• Taking initiative and actively participating actively in problem analysis, identification of root causes and suitable permanent solutions.
• Creating improvement proposals and executing tasks resulting from improvement proposals.
• Completing administrative tasks using the Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Supporting operators by providing training.
• Applying her/his maintenance experience and competence.
• Responding to and resolving maintenance tasks in a timely manner.
• Actively troubleshooting maintenance issues and tasks to ensure proper and timely resolution.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Proven experience and technical knowledge in a highly automated manufacturing environment
• Proven experience and technical knowledge in the areas of electrical and mechanical maintenance of equipment, OR military experience in a technical field OR an Associate’s Degree in a technical field
• Proficient in both electrical and mechanical knowledge and abilities
• Basic hand/power tool familiarity
• The ability to read and interpret manufacturing specifications or work instructions
• Knowledge of and experience with industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, and/or pneumatics in a manufacturing environment
• Basic computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office, email), including knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (i.e., SAP or Maximo)
• Pumping system maintenance experience
• Conveyor system maintenance experience
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (i.e., SAP or Maximo)
• Ability to troubleshoot and program PLCs
• Detail-Oriented, strong communication skills and positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player
• Ability to appropriately conduct maintenance in a high stress manufacturing environment.
• Availability to work any shift (weekends, holidays and overtime).
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job such as lifting and moving up to 33lbs, standing for extended periods, bending, squatting or kneeling or climbing stairs or ladders.
• Must be able to legally work in the US without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 8 years of age.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check.

Let's Talk Benefits

• Join Volvo Cars and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed with you in mind. Our programs offer choice, flexibility, and exceptional value, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and a wellness program with discounts and gifts, most of which start on day one of employment. You'll also have access to voluntary benefits and a robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer The Family Bond by Volvo Cars, a global paid parental leave policy covering all employees, including adoptive, permanent care foster, and surrogate parents. Additionally, employees and their eligible family members can lease a new Volvo at discounted rates through the Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP). At Volvo Cars, our benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.

Volvo Car is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.