Senior Maintenance Technician | PLC & Electrical Expert

LeoForce; Graniteville (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician in Graniteville, South Carolina, to support production machinery, facility equipment, and new installations. You will perform preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and help reduce downtime through practical improvements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, strong industrial electrical background, PLC diagnostics, and the ability to work with stamping presses and welding equipment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing/industrial plant.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong industrial electrical background.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining stamping presses and welding equipment.
• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics.
• Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience.
• Hydraulic maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple maintenance needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-conscious approach with knowledge of OSHA requirements.
• High-energy, positive, hands-on approach to maintenance and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose the root causes of recurring equipment problems and implement solutions to reduce downtime.
• Perform preventative and proactive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs as required.
• Support the production department with equipment-related issues.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and scheduling maintenance projects.
• Submit requisitions for materials, parts, and supplies needed for maintenance projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve plant equipment, maintenance processes, and overall productivity.
• Recommend improvements to existing maintenance programs and systems.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe maintenance shop, tool crib, and related work areas.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Work overtime and/or off-shift hours when necessary.

Skills

Industrial electrical

PLC diagnostic capabilities

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Root-cause analysis

Independent work

Communication skills

OSHA awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Stamping presses

Welding equipment

Job description

LeoForce is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician in Graniteville, South Carolina, to support production machinery, facility equipment, and new installations. You will perform preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and help reduce downtime through practical improvements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, strong industrial electrical background, PLC diagnostics, and the ability to work with stamping presses and welding equipment.