Multi‑Craft Maintenance Technician: PLC & Leadership Path

BrassCraft Manufacturing Company; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

A leading plumbing products manufacturer in Thomasville, NC seeks a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to ensure efficient operations of plant equipment. The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. This role is seen as a steppingstone to leadership positions and requires a commitment to safety and continuous improvement. The compensation ranges from $33.00 to $38.00 per hour, with full-time shifts available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in an industrial setting.
• Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and servicing all plant equipment for efficient operations.
• Leading safety initiatives and participating in improvements.
• Conducting hands-on maintenance on production equipment.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Industrial or Electronic Technology or Mechatronics

Tools

Computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

Job description

Are you a skilled technician ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician who not only brings strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills—including PLC experience—but also has a desire to grow into a leadership role.

In this role, you'll be responsible for maintaining and servicing all plant equipment to ensure smooth and efficient operations. You’ll work hands-on with complex systems, solve real-time production challenges, and play a key part in keeping our facility running at peak performance.

We’re seeking someone who’s not only technically strong, but also eager to take initiative, share knowledge, and mentor others—someone who sees this as a steppingstone toward becoming a team lead or supervisor. You’ll gain exposure to cross-functional teams, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and have the opportunity to develop leadership skills as part of your career progression.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Makes safety the number one priority by leading by example, addressing unsafe conditions & behaviors, and supporting safety improvement initiatives
• Supports continuous improvement by participating in events and submitting opportunities for improvements
• Working as a team or individual, perform maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Read, analyze, and interpret schematics, blueprints, service manuals, and work orders
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area following 5S standards
• Respond quickly to service call; interact with colleagues in a professional manner
• Use computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document work and order parts
• Performs other related duties as needed and assigned

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; 5+ years of relevant experience in an industrial setting
• Certificate of Skill (Welding, Rigging, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Bearings)
• Ability to work both independently and as a team
• Understand and comply with safety standards

PREFRRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with pneumatics, hydraulics, A/C (including troubleshooting and repair), and Allen Bradley PLC ladder logic
• Certificate(s) in welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, etc.
• High attention to detail
• Good basic math skills
• Associate degree in Industrial or Electronic Technology or Mechatronics.

COMPETENCIES:

• Print reading (particularly electrical)
• Mechanical & electrical troubleshooting
• Machine & facility wiring
• PLC connection and following ladder logic

About Us

BrassCraft Manufacturing Company:

BrassCraft Manufacturing Company is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality water and gas flow control products, plumbing service and repair parts, and drain cleaning and plumbing hand tools for the new construction and repair/remodel markets. Headquartered in Novi, Michigan, BrassCraft supports a wide array of channel partners including wholesalers, retailers and specialty dealers, who serve residential and commercial markets across the Americas. BrassCraft has set the plumbing standard for 80 years, with industry leading brands including BrassCraft® and Plumbshop®.

Company: BrassCraft Manufacturing

Shift 1 (United States of America)Full time

Hiring Range: $10.27 - $35 USD

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Brasscraft (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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