Now hiring for a Maintenance Technician
Location: Lancaster, SC
Pay Rate: $33.00 per hour
Schedule: Sunday – Thursday, 11:15pm-7:15am
The Fix-It Person, Every Machine Needs
Looking for Maintenance Technician jobs in Lancaster where your technical skills keep equipment operating at its best? This opportunity allows you to troubleshoot problems, perform repairs, and help maintain the systems that keep production moving safely and efficiently.
This position supports the production of safe, high-quality products by performing advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on automated systems, programable logic controller (PLC) -controlled equipment, motors, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics, and facility infrastructure.
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Maintenance Technician career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates. Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical school, vocational training, or industrial maintenance certification preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of maintenance experience, with at least 3 years in a GMP or pharmaceutical manufacturing; environment Technical or Vocational training required.
Experience Requirements
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic equipment.
- Ability to read technical manuals, diagrams, blueprints, or equipment documentation.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
- Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and preventative maintenance practices.
- Advanced proficiency in electrical and PLC troubleshooting.
- Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex equipment issues.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
- Experience with preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance in an industrial environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a related technical environment is preferred.
- Experience performing preventative maintenance programs and responding to equipment breakdowns is beneficial.
- Knowledge of PLCs, electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, or fabrication is considered an asset.
- Individuals who demonstrate strong troubleshooting abilities, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement are well positioned for success as a Maintenance Technician.
- Experience with HVAC systems, welding, and industrial automation.
- Experience supporting automated manufacturing and packaging systems.
- Prior experience in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or other GMP-regulated environments.
Physical Capabilities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in a variety of industrial environments throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift equipment, tools, and replacement parts weighing up to 8 pounds.
- Ability to safely work around moving machinery while following established safety procedures.
- Manual dexterity to operate tools, perform repairs, and inspect equipment.
- Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of hours per shift.
- Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, and work at height or in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of pounds.
- Ability to use hands and arms for lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to use basic and complex hand tools safely.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
- Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
- Safety-Focused Workplace committed to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
“I would highly recommend Staffmark to my family and friends.” – Ismael, Maintenance Mechanic
Stop your Maintenance Tech job search. Apply today and let us put you to work.
What You Will Do
As a Maintenance Technician you will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support safe and efficient operations. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose equipment issues, replace worn components, document completed work, and work closely with production and operations teams to minimize downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards.
A Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the equipment and systems that keep business operations running efficiently. This role combines mechanical knowledge, technical problem-solving, and hands-on repair skills to support reliable production and facility performance.
Successful Maintenance Technician candidates understand how mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems work together to support daily operations. They use technical knowledge, diagnostic skills, and preventative maintenance practices to identify issues before they become major problems and to restore equipment when repairs are needed.
The role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work safely while responding to changing maintenance priorities. Individuals who enjoy troubleshooting, working with machinery, and solving technical challenges are well suited for this profession.