Production Maintenance Tech V - 3rd Shift

Amentum; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician V for the 3rd shift. The role emphasizes advanced maintenance on CNC, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, and coolant systems in an industrial setting. Requires strong troubleshooting and leadership to guide junior techs.

Typical schedule is Sunday night through Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with possible weekend hours to support 24/7 operations. High school diploma and 6 years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on process/production equipment per CMMS.
• Respond to work orders and provide service on production systems.
• Analyze and resolve maintenance problems with guidance from supervisors.
• Adhere to safety regulations and wear PPE as required.
• Mentor less skilled technicians when needed.
• Train others and prepare formal reports on projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Industrial equipment

Electrical & mechanical

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Power tools

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Production Maintenance technician V to join our team in Winston Salem, NC on 3rd Shift

• Typical work schedule is M-F 11:00pm to 7:30am; hours may vary based on business demand. (Monday starts at 11PM Sunday Night)
• Weekend hours may be scheduled to support our 24/7 operation.

T5 Level Production Maintenance Technicians are responsible for providing an advanced level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive and corrective maintenance on the production equipment and systems in an industrial manufacturing environment. Perform all aspects of preventive and corrective maintenance on all production related industrial systems including, but not limited to: CNC machinery, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, and coolant systems. Provides instruction, mentors and trains less skilled technicians as needed. Effectively communicates with the site management team and the customer to understand requirements, solve complex electrical and mechanical problems, and provide solutions to manufacturing problems. The Production Maintenance Technician identifiesand corrects any safety-related issues and performs independent equipment evaluations to identify potential equipment failures.Carries out all duties as assigned by the supervisor

Responsibilities

• Performance of preventive maintenance on process/production equipment as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Respond to and provide service and feedback to the customer on all work orders while assuring compliance to codes, regulations and industry standards.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist other technicians in solving work problems.
• Understand company policies and follow all safety regulations.
• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tag out procedures and wearing PPE as required.
• Prepare/complete assigned tasks in conformance with applicable procedure requirements provided by the supervisor.
• Set an example in punctuality, attendance, and work ethic

Other Responsibilities

• Coordinates work with others in discipline groups and other discipline groups on the project.
• Responsible for neatness and accuracy of work.
• Under limited direction, will work in a complex technical work environment utilizing a wide variety of resources, including computers and under limited supervision.
• May train other technicians.
• May prepare formal reports on experiments, tests, and other projects.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to less experienced personnel.

Other Attributes

• Must be willing to work overtime when required. May be required to work holidays and weekends.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.
• 6 years of experience

Additional Information

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position may require a valid Driver’s License.
• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• This position will require the ability to obtain a security access badge at our client’s location.
• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

Physical Requirements

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladders, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.
• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.
• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.
• Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.
• Requires the ability to grip and use hand tools and power tools on a regular and repetitive basis
• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.
• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.
• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.
• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.

Special Requirements

• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.

Compensation Details

$28.00-$34.00

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

10/21/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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