Paint Line Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Accelevation LLC; Belden (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job description

Location: 117 North Jackson Street, Houston, MS 38851

About Accelevation

At our core, Accelevation LLC is about accelerating innovation. From the beginning, a driving force in our corporate culture has been curiosity and out-of-the-box thinking. We are a dynamic and fast-growing company that offers a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and a robust benefits package including a 401(k)-retirement plan and company match. In the past 18 months, we have grown by over 400% and we are scaling exponentially again this year. Accelevation was voted #1 fastest growing company in 2024 by the Dayton Business Journal. We offer the opportunity to be a part of something different, collaborative, and exciting. We value those who bring fresh ideas, thrive on change, and are comfortable with growth.

Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Location: Houston, MS - Onsite

Your Impact

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining manufacturing equipment with a primary focus on the paint line and related mechanical systems. Reporting to the Metals Operations Manager, this role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports safe, efficient production operations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with a solid mechanical foundation and a preferred electrical background.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and support paint line operations to ensure consistent performance, quality, and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment as issues arise.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, motors, and related systems.
• Replace, repair, and rebuild components including motors, bearings, gearboxes, sensors, and controls.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Support equipment installation, upgrades, and process improvements as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to support manufacturing goals.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and overall plant performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification, trade school, or apprenticeship in Maintenance, Electrical, or Industrial Technology preferred.
• 5+ years of hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment including conveyors, motors, pumps, and automated systems.
• Experience supporting paint lines or coating systems strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, manuals, and schematics.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a sense of urgency and ownership.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Electrical background preferred, including experience with: Basic industrial electrical systems, Sensors, relays, and motor controls, Reading electrical schematics (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• First time homebuyer program
• Collaborative, high-energy workplace

Our Core Values

• Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment
• Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds
• Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile
• Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
• Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind
• Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Employees must be able to talk, hear, and frequently sit, with occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Regular lifting up to 25 lbs and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs is required. Vision requirements include close and color vision and focus adjustment. Work may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, chemicals, electrical hazards, and explosives. Noise levels can be very loud, requiring ear protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values - we build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre‑hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.