Maintenance Technician (Manufacturing)

Maintenance Technician | Direct Hire | $30-33/hr. | Day shift | Charleston, SC

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking a Maintenance Technician (Direct Hire) to work at a premier manufacturing client in Charleston, SC. Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you - so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.

Pay Rate: $30.00 – $33.00 per hour

Shift: Day shift hours – flexible 08-hour shift between 5:00am-7:00pm, Monday through Friday

Why you should apply to be a Maintenance Technician:

• Competitive pay for your experience and skills
• Direct hire position with a premier manufacturing organization
• Opportunity to work in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment
• Consistent, weekday schedule with flexibility in shift start time
• Work with modern equipment and contribute to production excellence

What’s a typical day as a Maintenance Technician? You’ll be:

• Installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production and facility equipment according to safety and preventive maintenance protocols
• Inspecting facilities and equipment to determine functionality and detect malfunctions or needed repairs
• Performing minor electrical maintenance (e.g., replacing fixtures, bulbs, fuses, sockets) using appropriate tools
• Applying mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills to diagnose and repair production machinery
• Reading and interpreting equipment manuals to conduct required maintenance and service
• Completing regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities
• Performing plumbing and carpentry functions as needed
• Coordinating with subcontractors for facility renovations and repairs
• Monitoring inventory of spare parts for critical equipment and recommending parts as needed
• Maintaining compliance with safety regulations and company policies, while keeping work areas clean and organized

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma, GED, or relevant job function experience (required)
• Bring a minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting (required)
• Are skilled in using hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment
• Can read and interpret equipment manuals and perform preventive maintenance
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal and external customers
• Can work independently, meet deadlines, and handle pressure while providing excellent customer service
• Are physically able to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and wear a respirator (annual fit test required)
• Are willing to receive hazardous waste training within 6 months of hire and annually thereafter (required by South Carolina Hazardous Waste Management Regulations)
• Have experience with SAP software (preferred, but not required)

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry - even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Maintenance Technician today!

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