Maintenance Technician

GPS Jobs

Walterboro, SC

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Crane, Documentation, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, GPS (Global Positioning System), Identify Issues, Insurance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Lifting Equipment, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Pressure Vessels, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Pumps, Schematics, Sustainability, System Start-Up, Systems Maintenance, Technical Writing, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Welding
LOCATION
Walterboro, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago
GPS Jobs is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a local manufacturing company in Walterboro, SC. Why You Should Apply Competitive Pay: $30–$35 per hour Direct hire position, on the client’s payroll from day one Consistent Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 1st shift hours Strong Benefits Package: 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, wellness resources, free uniforms, plus free food & snacks Career Growth: Ongoing training and development About the Company: Global manufacturer with over 35 years of success producing innovative materials that improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability across multiple industries. What You Will Do Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment, including mixers, grinders, pellet mills, conveyors, and packaging lines Diagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues and implement timely solutions Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, and production start-ups Support automated systems and help troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment Maintain facility systems such as dust collection, pressure vessels, and utilities Ensure safe operation of lifting equipment, including cranes and vacuum lifters Identify opportunities to improve equipment performance Keep accurate maintenance logs and documentation What Is Needed 2–5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills Basic electrical knowledge (motors, sensors, wiring) Experience working with conveyors, pumps, or processing equipment Ability to read schematics, manuals, and technical documents Willingness to work flexible hours or shifts as needed Preferred: Experience in chemical, plastics, or batch processing environments Familiarity with PLCs and automated systems Experience with packaging lines or form/fill/seal equipment Welding or fabrication experience Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, walk, bend, and work in an industrial environment Comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces A drug-free workplace and a criminal background check are required. EOE
GPS Jobs is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a local manufacturing company in Walterboro, SC.Why You Should ApplyCompetitive Pay: $30–$35 per hourDirect hire position, on the client’s payroll from day oneConsistent Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 1st shift hours Strong Benefits Package: 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, wellness resources, free uniforms, plus free food & snacksCareer Growth: Ongoing training and development About the Company: Global manufacturer with over 35 years of success producing innovative materials that improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability across multiple industries.What You Will DoPerform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on production equipment, including mixers, grinders, pellet mills, conveyors, and packaging linesDiagnose mechanical and basic electrical issues and implement timely solutions Assist with equipment setup, changeovers, and production start-upsSupport automated systems and help troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipmentMaintain facility systems such as dust collection, pressure vessels, and utilitiesEnsure safe operation of lifting equipment, including cranes and vacuum liftersIdentify opportunities to improve equipment performanceKeep accurate maintenance logs and documentationWhat Is Needed2–5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial settingStrong mechanical troubleshooting skillsBasic electrical knowledge (motors, sensors, wiring)Experience working with conveyors, pumps, or processing equipmentAbility to read schematics, manuals, and technical documentsWillingness to work flexible hours or shifts as needed Preferred:Experience in chemical, plastics, or batch processing environmentsFamiliarity with PLCs and automated systemsExperience with packaging lines or form/fill/seal equipmentWelding or fabrication experience Physical Requirements:Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, walk, bend, and work in an industrial environmentComfortable working at heights or in confined spacesA drug-free workplace and a criminal background check are required. EOE

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