Maintenance Technician Position Available In Spartanburg, South Carolina

Maintenance Technician
Maintenance
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Professional Direct Hire
Apr 23, 2025
Join a Ground-Floor Opportunity at Challenge Manufacturing
HTI is working with a Tier 1 automotive supplier and one of the largest employee-owned companies in North America. With the new facility in Spartanburg, SC now operational, we’re building a best-in-class maintenance team to support our high-tech, robotics-driven production lines. This is your chance to be part of something from the start—and grow with it. The Maintenance Technicians will be on 3rd Shift (training on 1st shift). Pay is $28.50+ (higher pay is based depending on experience), with a sign-on bonus paid out over the course of 6 months.
What You’ll Do
As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our automated welding and robotics systems running smoothly.

Responsibilities include:

Performing preventive maintenance (PMs) on robotic weld cells and automation equipment
Troubleshooting PLCs, robotics (especially Kawasaki & ABB), and electrical/mechanical systems
Supporting electricians, engineers, and vendor techs with installations and diagnostics
Mentoring entry-level Weld Technicians
Handling basic facility needs (hands-on startup culture)
What We’re Looking For
Top Skillsets

Robotics Experience:

Kawasaki preferred, ABB also valued

PLC Troubleshooting:

Ladder logic interpretation required (programming expected at senior levels)

Welding Knowledge:

MIG, TIG, Stick—understanding robotic weld applications

Stable Work History:

Proven reliability in fast-paced industrial environments

Team Collaboration:

Able to work with techs, leadership, and support staff
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in maintenance, automation, or welding tech roles
High school diploma or equivalent (required); associates in Mechatronics or similar preferred
Certification or training in Machine Repair, Electrician Journeyman, or equivalent preferred
Strong mechanical and electrical diagnostic skills
Must be able to obtain industrial truck/aerial lift license
Comfortable with Microsoft Office tools
Why Join The Team?

Employee Ownership:

Eligible for our ESOP after 1 year
Day 1

Healthcare:

Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage
Room to

Grow:

Startup environment = career acceleration

Hands-On Learning:

Cross-training, mentorship, and technical testing ensures development

Team Culture:

People-powered success with mutual support across all levels
Shift & Training
Start with 1st shift training: 1 week of onboarding (8 AM-4 PM), followed by hands-on training (~1 month)
Transition to 3rd shift (schedule TBD)
Flexibility for mandatory or voluntary OT—typical weeks range from 40 to 80 hours based on production demands
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