Job Description

Maintenance Technician

Are you a mechanically inclined and detail-oriented individual that wants to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If so, look no further.

About Us

Insteel Industries, established in 1953, started from humble beginnings, embraces strong values, and has its Home Office in Mount Airy, NC. We are the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. We manufacture and market prestressed concrete (PC) strand and welded wire reinforcement, including engineered structural mesh, concrete pipe reinforcement, and standard welded wire reinforcement for concrete reinforcement applications. The company operates eleven manufacturing facilities in nine states.

Not sure what that is? Our product is found in large concrete projects including roads, bridges, parking garages, etc... Come join our team and make an impact on our country’s infrastructure.

Schedule

Thursday/Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 7:00am-7:00pm

About You

The person we are looking for has a strong foundation in maintenance in an industrial setting. A person with great judgment, initiative, and the ability to deal with complex machinery. The ideal candidate has experience working with and on machinery.

Position Snapshot

A maintenance technician is commonly expected to know how his/her equipment operates and be able to identify and repair mechanical problems and conduct preventative maintenance. Workers hired into this position will be trained to learn multiple areas of the maintenance functions. To be successful in this role you will:

• Troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, and reassemble machinery and production equipment
• Assist machine operators with preventative maintenance of machines
• Repair hydraulic and pneumatic equipment
• Operate welding equipment
• Conduct equipment inspections for proper operation and mechanical integrity
• Use computer systems to track and document daily maintenance activity
• Assist team members as needed
• Practice safe work habits to reduce risk to as low as reasonably achievable. Including adhering to strict PPE guidelines and learning safety standards for the facility and equipment.
• Work effectively within a team environment

Requirements and Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have 3 years of previous work experience as an industrial maintenance technician
• Ability to complete simple forms and understand simple written instructions
• Understands basic mathematical principles and has the ability to perform simple arithmetic skills involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay up to $32.00 per hour with Pay for Skills Program.
• Weekend shift premium of additional $2.00 per hour.
• Bonus eligibility based on facility performance
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.

Fraud Prevention Notice:

Please note that Insteel Industries will never ask applicants to purchase equipment, send money, or provide payment information at any point in the hiring process. We may request certain personal information only after an official offer has been extended and the background check and drug screen have been successfully completed. If you receive a request for sensitive information or payment before these steps, it is not from our company. To protect yourself, please report any suspicious activity to our HR team by calling us at (336) 786-2141.