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Assistant Maintenance Technician

Forma-Fab Metals

North Carolina

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Building Systems, Carpentry, Communication Skills, Construction, Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Forklift, Furniture, Groundskeeping, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, OSHA, Operational Support, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Pest Control, Plumbing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Property Maintenance, Regulations, Risk, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Systems Maintenance, Writing Skills
LOCATION
North Carolina
POSTED
3 days ago
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, overtime as needed
 
Position Summary:
The Assistant Maintenance Technician assists the Maintenance Department in performing routine building and equipment maintenance, repair tasks, and general facility upkeep. This position supports preventive maintenance programs and helps ensure a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
 
Essential Functions:
  • Assist maintenance lead with repairs and preventive maintenance on building systems, machinery, and equipment.
  • Perform basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning work areas, replacing light bulbs, changing filters, and lubricating machinery.
  • Support safe operations by following all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and maintenance procedures.
  • Help inspect equipment and report potential safety hazards or mechanical issues to the supervisor.
  • Assist with minor carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work under supervision.
  • Maintain tools, parts, and maintenance supplies in good condition and organize storage.
  • Respond promptly to maintenance requests or emergencies as directed.
  • Help with general facility upkeep including groundskeeping, pest control, and cleaning of mechanical rooms.
  • Assist in the setup or teardown of equipment and furniture for facility projects or events.
  • Support contractors and service providers by preparing work areas and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
  • Complete assigned checklists, record work performed and communicate job status to the supervisor.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Previous experience or training in maintenance, construction, or a related trade preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of hand and power tools, and ability to learn building and mechanical systems.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and perform manual labor in various environments.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed.
  • Forklift operation experience or willingness to be trained is a plus.
 
Environmental Conditions:
  • Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration
  • Exposed to moving mechanical parts
  • Noise levels usually moderate to occasionally loud
Physical Demands:
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. 
  • Must be able to lift and stack objects up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequently exert 10 to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects
  • Good vision ability, depth perception

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Forma-Fab Metals