Multi-craft Maintenance Technician

Wilks Brothers, LLC; Toomsboro (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage

401K + Company Match

Life Insurance + Long Term Disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Check Program - Insurance/Pd

EAP Resources

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differential

Job summary

CARBO Ceramics is seeking a Multi-craft Maintenance Tech to safely install, maintain, and repair production and quality equipment in a heavy industrial plant. The role emphasizes reliability, lubrication, and inspection of bearings, gearboxes, motors, conveyors, and valves.

You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems and support plant uptime in a rotating shift environment. Facilities operate in a demanding setting with exposure to heat, dust, and noise.

Qualifications

• Experience with preventive and reliability maintenance on industrial equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings/schematics.
• Experience with electrical motor control systems up to 480 V and related troubleshooting.
• Willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends if needed.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and operate in dusty, hot environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair production and quality equipment to maximize uptime.
• Perform routine lubrication and inspection of bearings, gearboxes, motors, and conveyors.
• Conduct non-routine repairs and preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot, replace, or repair motor control systems and related equipment.
• Collaborate with electricians and plant staff to ensure safety and reliability.
• Operate in a high-temperature, dusty environment and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Reliability maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Climb ladders

Conveyor systems

Education

Industrial maintenance experience

Tools

Programmable controllers

Electrical motor controls

Conduit installation

Read electrical/drawing schematics

Job description

Company Information: CARBO Ceramics is a leading ceramic technology manufacturer with production facilities in Alabama, Georgia, and Louisiana. For more than 45 years, our teams have engineered and produced high-performance ceramic materials that support critical industries including energy, mining, metal casting, water filtration, and industrial manufacturing. At CARBO, manufacturing employees play a vital role in delivering products used around the world. We are committed to safety, continuous improvement, quality, and creating a workplace where skilled employees can build long-term careers while contributing to innovative solutions that help our customers perform at their best.

Shift Information: The shift for this role will be: Rotating 12-hour shift. 2 weeks days and 2 weeks nights.

Position Summary: The Multi-craft Maintenance Tech is responsible for safely installing, maintaining, and repairing production and quality equipment to achieve maximum production capability while ensuring plant reliability. Conducts all work in accordance with the CARBO Mission Statement and Core Values.

• Answers calls in an efficient manner to resolve plant issues to ensure production and quality goals are met.
• This position performs routine lubrication and inspection of bearings, gearboxes, motors, rotating assemblies, conveyor belts, elevators, screws, valves, etc.
• Duties also include non-routine repairs, installation, and service on both electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Willing to learn all aspects of plant operation, fill in wherever needed to optimize plant efficiency.
• Perform other related tasks when necessary.

Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts including nights & weekends if needed.
• Experience with Preventative and Reliability Maintenance including lubrication and inspection of all industrial components.
• Industrial electrical and mechanical skills as well as the ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, mechanical and electrical drawings/schematics.
• Experience in the repair and maintenance of industrial equipment. This includes but is not limited to proper lubrication practices, ability to identify defects in bearings, gearboxes, conveyors, valves, mechanical drive systems, etc.
• Preferred understanding of control voltage up to 480V electrical systems. Candidate should be able to assist with troubleshooting, replacement or repair of all types of electrical motor control systems.
• Under guidance of a qualified electrician, candidate must be able to make up to 480 V terminations using accepted methods, install conduit, perform work in accordance with the NEC. Able to operate troubleshoot and repair emergency generating equipment, transfer switches, programmable controllers, and other related equipment
• Preferred knowledge of pyro equipment and burner management systems.
• Good oral and written communication skills combined with the ability to operate mobile equipment, perform heavy lifting as needed as well as the ability to work in a dusty environment and temperatures in excess of 100 degrees.
• Must also be able to climb stairs and ladders multiple times daily and occasionally work in confined spaces.

Working Conditions:

• Bending, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, sitting stand, walk, kneel, stoop, squat, pull, push, climb, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and see and standing (occasionally) for long periods of time.
• The essential duties of this position require moderate to heavy lifting and carrying.
• Must be able to position oneself to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, attics, and tunnels and demonstrate manual dexterity and be able to use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, vibrations, and bright lights; and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases; and all climate types including hot and cold temperatures, humidity, rain, snow, etc.
• Able to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection and hard hats when needed.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete tasks even with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to use discretion and independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to speak clearly on the phone and to fellow workers.
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical + Dental + Vision Coverage
• 401K + Company Match
• Life Insurance + Long Term Disability Coverage – 100% Company Paid
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Check Program - Insurance Premium Discounts
• EAP Resources
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differential

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