Production Maintenance Technician III

Buckeye Fire Equipment Company; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Fire Equipment Company in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician III to maintain and repair industrial equipment. The role requires deep knowledge of electrical controls, PLC/HMI, hydraulics and pneumatics, with a focus on reliability and safety.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, installing, preventive maintenance, documenting work, and mentoring junior technicians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 8+ years electrical experience required.
• Certification in electrical safety or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, test, and repair faulty equipment using test equipment and understanding of electrical systems.
• Install, set up and test industrial equipment to ensure proper function.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production and facilities equipment; document work performed.

Skills

Electrical experience

PLC/HMI I/O

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Hand tools

Ladders/rigging

Job description

Production Maintenance Technician III# Production Maintenance Technician IIIHot JobCorporate Office - Kings Mountain, NC 28086## OverviewLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull Time## DescriptionWhile possessing a superior understanding of maintenance and repair principles, the technician will perform skilled tasks in the areas of electrical control and distribution, PLC/HMI I/O devices, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other industrial systems.**Essential Functions**Troubleshoot, test, and repair as needed faulty equipment using test equipment and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electrical unit and system.Install, set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.Uses hand tools, instruments, and basic shop tools to support essential functions.Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on production and facilities equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical).While using reference materials, troubleshoots and corrects equipment problems. Performs equipment failure analysis. Documents work performed.Comply with established safety, health, environmental policies. Adheres to company policies, guidelines and procedures.Mentors and guides junior technicians to develop maintenance skills.Reports to a manager and works under the direction of lead personnel. Will also work under the general direction of functional area manager.**Job Specifications**Requires a high school diploma or GED. Requires 8 years of electrical experience, and additional specialized training with certification## QualificationsRequires a high school diploma or GED. Requires 8 years of electrical experience, and additional specialized training with certificationMust have the ability to:Communicate with others verballyoccasionally lift 50 pounds unassistedhear and respond quickly to alarms and radio communicationswalk, stand, sit, bend or kneel to access equipment for repairnormal or corrected vision with no color blindnessclimb ladders and or use personnel lifting devices to work at heights.work in non-climate controlled environment.wear protective gear including safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses and dust maskAble to work a changing shift schedule and on weekends