Maintenance Techincian

About Aesc AESC

AESC is a global leader in battery technology and energy storage solutions, supplying advanced lithium-ion battery systems to the world's leading electric vehicle manufacturers. Our Blythewood, South Carolina facility supports a BMW EV battery repack operation and is part of AESC's growing North American manufacturing footprint. We are building a high-performance team committed to quality, safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced manufacturing equipment at our Repack facility. This is a hands-on technical role with strong growth potential — early hires will support new equipment installation and become technical trainers for future team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, robotics, electrical, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Program, modify, and maintain PLC systems (Omron and Siemens preferred)
• Support installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Maintain accurate documentation using the CMMS work order system
• Train and mentor less experienced team members on equipment best practices

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field preferred
• 2–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including 2+ years with PLCs
• Strong troubleshooting background with robotics, electrical, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and blueprints
• Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Leadership potential and ability to mentor and train others

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Application Process

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your application allows us to learn more about you and find potential fits within our team. We strive to respond to all applicants promptly, though times may vary with submission volume. If you don't receive an immediate response, it doesn't reflect on your candidacy; we'll keep your application for future opportunities. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm as we improve our application process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AESC is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day. Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds. Work Environment The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers. Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others.

Candidate Must Have

Ability to sit for extended periods of time. Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day. Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds. Work Environment The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers. Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others.

Drug Screen and Background Check

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.