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Maintenance/Electrical Technician I

Metro Motor Group, Gastonia, NC, United States


Industrial Maintenance/Electrical Technician I
Gastonia, NC, USA

We are offering $24-$28 per hour based on experience.

Industrial electrical and mechanical experience preferred.

This will become a 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. shift after training.

The Maintenance/Electrical Technician will perform both mechanical and electrical maintenance to maintain, diagnose, and repair specified production equipment and systems. Must be willing to work in a high-speed environment, supporting production and timelines. Candidate must be a self-starter with basic computer skills, their own tools, and a desire to learn and grow. Equipment-specific training will be provided.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
Work as part of a team to achieve and maintain on‑time production performance, including product quality and accuracy standards and operational safety including OSHA & EPA compliance.

Schedule and perform mechanical & electrical maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on all designated equipment

Assist supervisors and contract service providers

Inspect all repairs and modification projects

Contribute to staff training and development

Maintain a clean safe work environment

Work as a team member in following up on ongoing projects and repairs

Other duties as assigned

Safety:

Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Assist in leading safety compliance within the department including accident investigations and follow‑up

Complete the required annual OSHA safety training programs: Lockout/Tag‑out, Hazardous Communications, Personal Protective Equipment, Hearing Conservation, Blood Borne Pathogens, Forklift, etc…

Ensure all machine safety guards are installed, functioning properly, and in use

Immediately report any potential safety hazards, operational concerns, and all accidents/injuries and near misses to production management

Communications:

Provide timely & accurate information to management

Immediately report equipment or product issues to production management

Communicate scheduling needs to supervisors and/or production management

Desired knowledge, skills & abilities:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Working knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical skills

Minimum five years of related experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance, diagnostics, and repair

English language fluency: speaking, reading, and writing

Good verbal and written communication skills

Proven excellent time management skills working in a fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment

Physical requirements:

Physical demands commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job: pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, stretching, and working in tight positions

Must have the physical ability and coordination to remove and replace parts from machinery, and be able to lift at least 50 lbs

Must have visual acuity at a short distance to examine the form and texture of parts to detect imperfections

Work in conditions of heat, humidity, working in tight areas, noise, and working with various oils, solvents, and other chemicals

Must have a working knowledge of basic mechanical fundamentals

Must be flexible: able to work overtime and nights, Saturdays/Sundays when needed

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at Recruit@usatodayco.com. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.

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