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Plant Maintenance Technician

Job in Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29228, USA
Listing for: Knight's Companies Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-13
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52000 - 78000 USD Yearly USD 52000.00 78000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Columbia

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Plant Maintenance Technician to join our team, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our ready-mix concrete plants, precast equipment, and associated plant structures. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional to contribute to operational excellence while promoting a strong safety culture across our facilities.

What You'll Do:
  • Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on wet batch and central batch ready-mix plants, precast equipment, and plant-related structures.
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime.
  • Inspect plant machinery regularly, recommend, and perform necessary repairs to ensure optimal operation.
  • Install, repair, and maintain heavy industrial process equipment to support production needs.
  • Fabricate, weld, and modify parts to restore equipment to service.
  • Safely rig, lift, and handle heavy equipment during installations or repairs.
  • Respond to urgent calls outside of normal business hours.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and document all work in logs.
  • Conduct regular walkthroughs with plant managers to provide ongoing maintenance training.
  • Coach plant managers on plant maintenance requirements.
What You Need to Be Successful:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of 4 to 7 years of experience with heavy process machinery (cement industry preferred)
  • Demonstrated knowledge of industrial mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations related to plant operations.
  • Skilled in troubleshooting complex plant equipment and systems.
  • Proficient in welding, fabrication, and precision alignment techniques.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
  • Basic computer skills are required.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Effective communication and coaching skills to work with individuals from all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Valid Driver's License in state of residence.
  • Must be able to work varying work shifts with varying start and stop times.
  • Ability to travel overnight 50%.
Physical Demands
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75+ lbs. occasionally with assistance.
  • Prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in various physical positions.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust).
  • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces as required.
  • Manual dexterity to operate tools, precision instruments, and industrial equipment.
  • Ability to operate and safely maneuver forklifts, cranes, boom lifts, and other mobile equipment.
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