Night Shift Maintenance Tech II – Robotic & Equipment Expert

First Solar Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to perform on-site service and repair of facility equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintenance schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma/GED with multiple years of maintenance experience, or a related field with additional credentials. The candidate should possess knowledge of manufacturing equipment, CMMS familiarity, and the ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining manufacturing equipment and fixtures.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Knowledge of CMMS is a plus; internal candidates should know the system.

Responsibilities

• Accomplishes daily assignments as scheduled and directed.
• Performs on-site service and repair of equipment.
• Meets at least 90% of Estimated Repair Times.
• Collaborates with other departments.
• Follows OSHA, EPA and company safe practices on all tasks.
• Identifies opportunities for cost savings.
• May train other employees; may serve as Team Lead when needed.
• Reads electrical and mechanical drawings and technical manuals.

Skills

Manufacturing equipment

MS Office basics

CMMS knowledge

Project leadership

Communications skills

Read prints

Electrical/Mechanical

LOTO compliance

Independent work

Troubleshooting systems

Robotic systems

Safety procedures

PM knowledge

Data reporting

Education

HD/GED + 3+ yrs maintenance

HD/GED + 5+ yrs related field

HD/GED + 2-year tech + 3+ yrs

Journeyman’s Card preferred

Tools

CMMS familiarity

Job description

First Solar Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to perform on-site service and repair of facility equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and maintenance schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma/GED with multiple years of maintenance experience, or a related field with additional credentials. The candidate should possess knowledge of manufacturing equipment, CMMS familiarity, and the ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.