Maintenance Technician II - 1st Shift

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic maintenance and repairs on production equipment to ensure optimal functionality and minimize downtime.
• Cleans and lubricates machinery to prevent wear and tear.
• Conducts routine preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on equipment, fixtures, and systems to support safe and continuous operations.
• Troubleshoots and repairs industrial automation systems, including interlocks, sensors, field wiring, and industrial control components to restore equipment performance.
• Collaborates with the Quality Assurance team to verify weld quality and adjust systems as needed to meet production standards.
• Installs and maintains hydraulic and pneumatic piping systems for automated processes in accordance with safety and design specifications.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics, and written instructions to fabricate or assemble components and perform equipment installations.
• Operates forklifts and material handling equipment to move tools, components, or machinery as part of maintenance tasks.
• Uses precision measurement instruments (e.g., calipers, multimeters) and shop tools to diagnose and complete detailed mechanical or electrical work.
• Maintains proper handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials generated through maintenance activities in compliance with regulations.
• Supports a clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment by adhering to workplace policies and contributing to production quality and performance goals.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent with basic math skills and reading comprehension.
• A general understanding of industrial safety practices.
• A general knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems in a production setting.
• Skilled in the use of diagnostic tools, power tools, and hand tools.
• The ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities under pressure.
• Basic computer skills for recordkeeping and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) entry.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced training in industrial automation, PLC troubleshooting, or welding.
• Experience with lean maintenance practices and reliability-centered maintenance.
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour safety certification.
• Technical certification in industrial maintenance, HVAC, or electrical systems.

Work Environment/Conditions

• Work is primarily performed indoors in a manufacturing facility; occasional outdoor work may be required for facility maintenance.
• Regular exposure to loud noise, grease, oil, dust, electrical currents, and potentially hazardous materials.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing ladders or stairs.
• Manual dexterity required for operating tools and handling parts.
• Regularly required to lift or move items up to 50 lbs; heavier lifting may require team assistance or equipment use.
• Schedule may require rotating shifts, weekend work, overtime, or on-call duty to support 24/7 operations.
• Designated as essential personnel during facility emergencies or operational disruptions.

Pay and Benefits

• The base pay for this position is set at $29.62 - $33.21/hour, with the final salary offered determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• A focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University programs.
• Programs that make today's challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

About the Role

• Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future.
• If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
• As Maintenance Technician II, you will hold a very important role in the Kings Mountain Operations (KMO) facility.
• This role ensures critical equipment and infrastructure remain in optimal operating condition through troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• By reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency, the Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in meeting production targets and quality standards.

Volvo Group Commitment

• We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions.
• Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
• We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork.
• We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
• Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hires team players who are ready to create real customer impact.
• Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.
• Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value.
• Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.