Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Sumter, SC 29153

Posted: 03/12/2026 Category: Manufacturing Job Number: BB{167796}

Job Description

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

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

Brittney Blackman | bblackman@alinestaffing.com | text 5867107970

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | DETAILS AND COMPENSATION:

  • Location: Sumter SC 29153 – 100% on-site
  • Payrate: $23.50/hr
  • Required Availability: Full-Time | Sunday-Thursday, Midnight – 8am (3rd shift)

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS:

The Mechanical Maintenance Technician will be responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical breakdowns to minimize downtime and maintain product quality. This role is critical for ensuring our high-speed manufacturing equipment runs at peak performance.

  • 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

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Troubleshooting & Repair: Diagnose and repair machine breakdowns, including issues with speed of operation and waste levels.
  • Preventative Maintenance: Perform scheduled PMs and maintain equipment logs with clear, legible records of downtime and maintenance tasks.
  • Equipment Optimization: Set up and debug equipment according to plant specifications; monitor and replenish component inventories.
  • Quality Control: Continually monitor in-process quality to prevent product holds and perform required Q.C. checks/process challenges.
  • Collaboration: Work in a team-oriented environment, supporting upstream and downstream operations and assisting senior technicians with major repairs.

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN | REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: High School Diploma or GED (verifiable)
  • Attendance: Commitment to mandatory attendance during the first 90 days.
  • Mechanical Expertise: Proven experience in mechanical troubleshooting REQUIRED (hands-on background in auto mechanics, HVAC, or machinist roles is a plus).
  • Precision Tooling: Proficient with feeler gauges and other tools used to measure tolerances, torque, and clearances. REQUIRED
  • System Knowledge: Familiarity with cams, cam-followers, chain drives, conveyors, gearboxes, vacuum systems, pneumatic systems, and ball valves. REQUIRED
  • Physical Capability: Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.

Compliance & Physical Requirements

  • Vision Screening: This role requires 20/30 vision (with or without corrective lenses) and/or successful completion of a color vision exam.
  • Environment: Must be able to work in a manufacturing setting, following all safety and Quality System Requirements (QSR).

Take the Next Step!

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

Brittney Blackman | bblackman@alinestaffing.com | text 5867107970

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