Regional Maintenance Technician – $35+HR |Diesel & Heavy Equipment (Regional Travel) |

About the role

As a Regional Maintenance Technician, you'll provide maintenance support to multiple facilities, ensuring critical equipment remains operational and production downtime is minimized. You'll work independently and alongside site leadership to diagnose issues, perform repairs, and support preventative maintenance initiatives across the region.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair diesel-powered heavy equipment and industrial machinery
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimize downtime across multiple facilities
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on heavy equipment and production systems
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Maintain conveyors, bearings, pulleys, motors, pumps, screeners, and related equipment
• Perform MIG and TIG welding repairs and fabrication work
• Assist with equipment installations, facility upgrades, and maintenance projects
• Support maintenance planning, inventory management, and parts control
• Coordinate with Plant Managers and Operations Leaders to prioritize maintenance needs
• Train and mentor maintenance personnel as needed
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Follow all company safety policies and environmental compliance standards

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, diesel mechanics, heavy equipment repair, or a related field
• Strong troubleshooting skills involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Experience working on heavy equipment, loaders, grinders, screeners, trucks, conveyors, and industrial processing equipment
• MIG and TIG welding experience
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and maintenance documentation
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% throughout Eastern North Carolina and Virginia
• Strong commitment to safety and equipment reliability

Preferred Experience

• Diesel Technician Certification
• Technical degree or trade school certification
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Previous multi-site maintenance experience
• Experience in recycling, composting, manufacturing, agriculture, or industrial operations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Stable, Year-Round Employment

Pay

Starting Pay of $35+/hr. Based on Experience. Pay Range: $35 - $39 per hour.

Schedule

Full-Time. Schedule may be adjusted based on company business needs. Occasional overtime, weekends, and after-hours emergency response may be required.