Maintenance Technician II

Maintenance Technician II – Volvo Group

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. At Volvo Group’s Kings Mountain Operations (KMO) facility, the Maintenance Technician II plays a vital role in sustaining safe, continuous production by performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on plant machinery, tools, and facility systems.

• Perform mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repairs on production equipment to ensure optimal functionality and minimize downtime.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on equipment, fixtures, and systems to support safe and continuous operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial automation systems, including interlocks, sensors, field wiring, and industrial control components to restore equipment performance.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to verify weld quality and adjust systems as needed to meet production standards.
• Install and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic piping systems for automated processes in accordance with safety and design specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and written instructions to fabricate or assemble components and perform equipment installations.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to move tools, components, or machinery as part of maintenance tasks.
• Use precision measurement instruments (e.g., calipers, multimeters) and shop tools to diagnose and complete detailed mechanical or electrical work.
• Maintain proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials generated through maintenance activities in compliance with regulations.
• Support a clean, safe, and team‑oriented work environment by adhering to workplace policies and contributing to production quality and performance goals.

• High school diploma and/or GED with basic math skills and reading comprehension.
• General understanding of industrial safety practices.
• General knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems in a production setting.
• Skill in the use of diagnostic tools, power tools, and hand tools.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities under pressure.
• Basic computer skills for record‑keeping and CMMS entry.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Advanced training in industrial automation, PLC troubleshooting, or welding.
• Experience with lean maintenance practices and reliability‑centered maintenance.
• OSHA 10 or 30‑hour safety certification.
• Technical certification in industrial maintenance, HVAC, or electrical systems.

• Work is primarily performed indoors in a manufacturing facility; occasional outdoor work may be required for facility maintenance.
• Regular exposure to loud noise, grease, oil, dust, electrical currents, and potentially hazardous materials.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing ladders or stairs.
• Manual dexterity required for operating tools and handling parts.
• Regularly required to lift or move items up to 50 lbs; heavier lifting may require team assistance or equipment use.
• Schedule may require rotating shifts, weekend work, overtime, or on‑call duty to support 24/7 operations.
• Designated as essential personnel during facility emergencies or operational disruptions.

Base pay ranges from $24.54 to $30.32 per hour, with bonus eligibility where applicable. Compensation is determined by factors such as location, knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. Volvo Group values pay equity and internal equity in final offers.

Benefits include:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Work environment focused on safety, health and wellbeing.
• Professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that balance work and personal life.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Volvo Group does not accept applications via mail. All application data is handled in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are committed to shaping the future of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Our mission creates opportunities across our 30,000‑person workforce worldwide, driving innovation in manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain optimization.