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Maintenance Tech - Red Valve

Red Valve
$22.81 - $27.37 / hr
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Gastonia
1205 Isley Drive (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2026
*GENERAL SUMMARY* A DeZURIK - A Red Valve *Maintenance Tech* will maintain and keep in working condition all plant machinery, machine tools and equipment. You will also assist in installing new machinery and attachments, as well as the setup of present equipment, post relocation. This position requires highly motivated self-starters who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The candidate will focus on maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing production. Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Works within established procedures and guidelines with limited ability to modify methods and approach. Completes assigned tasks with a moderate degree of supervision. Follows established safety/environmental practices and regulations. *PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)* Perform preventative maintenance and ensures that all plant equipment is maintained and in working order Active member on the safety team and with safety remediation Disassemble, repair plant equipment and systems as needed Diagnoses and troubleshoots plant equipment and system issues Assist in installing, leveling, set up, and startup of new machinery and equipment. Also, assist in anchoring and leveling or machinery and equipment after relocation Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements Escalates equipment issues as necessary Responsible for maintaining high quality standards Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement/lean initiatives Maintain a clean and safe work area through 5S and housekeeping May need to operate a forklift Participates in special projects as required *EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE* High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or two (2) years of experience and/or training or equivalent combination of experience and education. 2-5 years of maintenance experience Required: Demonstrate a high level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, and professionalism Required: Intermediate ability to read blueprints, layouts, diagrams, drawings, etc. Required: Intermediate ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness Required: Basic mathematical abilities Required: Must be able to take direction and work as part of a team Required: Basic ability to read, write, and communicate Required: Ethical conduct Required: Ability to operate mandrels, cranes, hoists, and other various equipment typical in a manufacturing environment, as well as various hand power tools Required: Ability to perform physical manufacturing work; good mechanical aptitude Required: Must be able to lift 50lbs on a regular basis Required: Must be able to pass a background check and a ten panel drug screening Required: Basic electrical and welding experience Preferred: Basic computer skills Preferred: Experience working with the following materials is preferred: rubber, elastomers, metals Preferred: Certified in OSHA programs and practices *PHYSICAL DEMANDS* To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch. The employee may occasionally lift items as heavy as 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities may include the employee's ability to see near and far distances. *WORKING CONDITIONS* Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required Work indoors which may not be temperature controlled Exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels *DISCLAIMER* The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. *QUALITY* Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc. - Red Valve's business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process, and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions. *SALARY AND BENEFITS* DeZURIK - Red Valve offers a competitive hourly wage of $22.81 - $27.37, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance. Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK - Red Valve also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it is needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays. Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. #LI-DL1