Wastequip
Maintenance Technician
Job Category: Maintenance Requisition Number: MAINT012846 Posted: June 10, 2025 Full-Time On-site Rate: $34 USD per hour Location: Statesville, NC 28677, USA Job Details
Description
Starting pay: $34/HR plus shift differential. Available Shifts: 2nd Shift 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM; 3rd Shift 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment, building maintenance, and electrical maintenance and repairs. Will need experience in electronic and mechanical principles and will actively ensure the continuous operation of electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. Responsibilities Repairing and maintaining all facility and production machinery and equipment that encompasses electrical or mechanical components Maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components Knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and skills in restoring equipment into operation, support to all areas of manufacturing operations Observes equipment in operation and locates causes of problems in preparation for machine preventive maintenance, conduct preventive maintenance, and completes documentation Repair and maintain in accordance with blueprints, manuals and specifications for various production equipment/machinery, diagnose, dismantle, repair or replace defective components, track repair causes and time per issue, and completes required documentation Responsible for maintaining equipment/facility performance and maintenance documentation/records and drawings Maintain and inventory spare parts ensuring all parts are easily accessible and operational Advises Operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical or mechanical equipment and components Informs appropriate Managers and Operators of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent danger involved Install, start-up and shut-down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and adhering to OSHA requirements Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards, i.e., proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and maintenance of area per safety and 5S standards, understand all safety precautions when working with hazardous materials Operate forklifts as necessary Assists and trains other maintenance employees Responsible for safekeeping of tools of the Maintenance Department Qualifications Completion of technical/vocational industrial maintenance program or related field Minimum 5+ years related maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to read and understand blueprints, electrical and hydraulic diagrams and equipment specifications Proficient with hand and power tools, metal working tools and welding equipment Knowledge of electrical wiring and components Prior welding experience is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills a must Strong computer skills Experience with PM programs Working knowledge of related regulations such as OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ANSI and state/local codes. Company Benefits: 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
Prescription (Rx) Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Company Paid Base Life Insurance
Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
Paid Grandparent Leave
Paid Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider
from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing
building a brighter future for all. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Category: Maintenance Requisition Number: MAINT012846 Posted: June 10, 2025 Full-Time On-site Rate: $34 USD per hour Location: Statesville, NC 28677, USA Job Details
Description
Starting pay: $34/HR plus shift differential. Available Shifts: 2nd Shift 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM; 3rd Shift 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventive maintenance and repairs of equipment, building maintenance, and electrical maintenance and repairs. Will need experience in electronic and mechanical principles and will actively ensure the continuous operation of electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components. Responsibilities Repairing and maintaining all facility and production machinery and equipment that encompasses electrical or mechanical components Maintains, tests and repairs electrical/electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components Knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles in determining equipment malfunctions and skills in restoring equipment into operation, support to all areas of manufacturing operations Observes equipment in operation and locates causes of problems in preparation for machine preventive maintenance, conduct preventive maintenance, and completes documentation Repair and maintain in accordance with blueprints, manuals and specifications for various production equipment/machinery, diagnose, dismantle, repair or replace defective components, track repair causes and time per issue, and completes required documentation Responsible for maintaining equipment/facility performance and maintenance documentation/records and drawings Maintain and inventory spare parts ensuring all parts are easily accessible and operational Advises Operators of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical or mechanical equipment and components Informs appropriate Managers and Operators of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent danger involved Install, start-up and shut-down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures and adhering to OSHA requirements Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards, i.e., proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and maintenance of area per safety and 5S standards, understand all safety precautions when working with hazardous materials Operate forklifts as necessary Assists and trains other maintenance employees Responsible for safekeeping of tools of the Maintenance Department Qualifications Completion of technical/vocational industrial maintenance program or related field Minimum 5+ years related maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to read and understand blueprints, electrical and hydraulic diagrams and equipment specifications Proficient with hand and power tools, metal working tools and welding equipment Knowledge of electrical wiring and components Prior welding experience is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills a must Strong computer skills Experience with PM programs Working knowledge of related regulations such as OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ANSI and state/local codes. Company Benefits: 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans
Prescription (Rx) Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's)
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Company Paid Base Life Insurance
Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
Paid Grandparent Leave
Paid Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry's only All-in-One solutions provider
from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we're proud to be North America's leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing
building a brighter future for all. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.