Equipment Maintenance Technician

Sumter, SC 29153

Posted: 01/15/2026 Category: Manufacturing Job Number: BB165628

Job Description

A-Line Staffing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Equipment Maintenance Technician. This role offers career growth, a supportive work environment, and full-time hours (40+ per week).

If interested in this Equipment Maintenance Technician position APPLY NOW for IMMEDIATE consideration

Brittney Blackman | bblackman@alinestaffing.com | text 5867107970

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | DETAILS AND COMPENSATION:

  • Location: Sumter SC 29153 – 100% On-site
  • Payrate: $21/hr
  • Required Availability: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 230pm – 1030pm

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS:

The Equipment Maintenance Technician will support production equipment in a manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for mechanically inclined candidates who enjoy troubleshooting, keeping equipment running smoothly, and preventing downtime before it happens.

  • This position is a contract assignment with potential to hire on permanently based upon attendance, performance, and business needs
  • Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment and include health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance
  • A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Set up, operate, optimize, change over, troubleshoot, and maintain production equipment
  • Perform routine, corrective, and preventative maintenance (PM)
  • Diagnose mechanical issues and complete repairs within capability; escalate major issues as needed
  • Maintain detailed equipment logs tracking downtime and maintenance activities
  • Monitor machine performance, control panels, and safety guards
  • Start up and shut down equipment safely, including clearing jams
  • Perform quality checks, process challenges, and document results
  • Monitor in-process quality and address issues to prevent product holds
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
  • Support upstream and downstream production operations
  • Perform rework as required
  • Follow all safety, environmental, and Quality System Requirements (QSR)
  • Work collaboratively in a team-based environment

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED (verifiable) required
  • Attendance: Commitment to mandatory attendance during the first 90 days.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Prior industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
  • Ability to use hand tools and perform basic mechanical repairs
  • Ability to read machine blueprints and follow technical procedures
  • Steel-toe shoes required

Take the Next Step!

Join a company that values your growth and contributions. If you’re interested in the Equipment Maintenance Technician role apply now or contact us for immediate consideration!

Brittney Blackman | bblackman@alinestaffing.com | text 5867107970

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