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Form of workWho We Are:
At The Urban Electric Co., we make it our mission to recruit and retain highly skilled and passionate individuals. Because we have a genuine respect for the talents and story of every member of our team, our culture attracts a wide variety of personalities and backgrounds to compose an eclectic and fun atmosphere. Each of our company’s products is bench-made and hand-finished at our 175,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Charleston, which houses the talented engineers, sales and marketing professionals, designers, and craftsmen who make up our team. We pride ourselves on manufacturing processes that secure the growth and sustainability of artisanal craft for the future by using modern techniques that enhance and refine the hand-build approach as opposed to replacing it.
Some Benefits & Perks of Working at The Urban Electric Co.
- Opportunity for very generous quarterly bonuses through the company PMB (Productivity Metric Bonus) program
- Medical & dental insurance with employer contributions
- 401(k) savings plan with employer match
- Paid parental leave for new moms and dads
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- A company-wide health & wellness initiative
- An on-site barista with complimentary drinks and snacks
- Robust training program with room for growth and merit based advancement
Who You Are:
The Urban Electric Company has grown over the last decade into a global presence in the shelter industry. We design, market and manufacture high-end, bench crafted lighting fixtures. We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing shop by performing preventative and corrective maintenance for industrial facilities and equipment. Competitive pay and benefits, great work environment, amazing company and end-to-end manufacturing experience!
A Day in the Life:
- Uses knowledge, skills and abilities to perform corrective/preventative maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment to minimize equipment downtime and maximize production operations
- Inspects buildings and other structures to identify and action maintenance repair actions
- Performs facility electrical maintenance to include but not limited to repair/replacement of lighting systems and electrical distribution systems
- Performs repair/replacement of plumbing systems
- Performs minor carpentry and painting activities
- Installs and reconfigures office/production spaces to maximize layout
- Performs equipment preventative and corrective maintenance
- Follow proper lock-out/tag-out procedures
- Repair/maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications
- Coordinate with production management regarding necessary facility/equipment outages and be willing to work flexible hours to accommodate
- Follows work orders, standard operating procedures and technical manuals to perform duties
- Able to work in team-centered and individual contributor roles seamlessly
- Communicate effectively with all levels of organization and external contractors
- Conducts chemical analysis and chemical adjustments for finishing tanks
- Assists with control of the Hazwaste 90 day area
- Responds to hazardous waste emergencies and assists with cleanup if required
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma required (Associate Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, etc a plus!)
- 2-5 years of experience in industrial facilities maintenance
- Computer Proficiency
- Working knowledge of schematics, wiring and piping diagrams
- Safely operate hand and power tools
- Prior experience maintaining metal working shop tools and industrial equipment a plus
- Chemical titration analysis and chemical adjustments a plus
- Experience with CNC machines a plus
- Prior experience in a manufacturing facility and understanding of OSHA Safety requirements
- HazWoper 40 hour and annual 8 hour refresher training (provided)
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to wear PPE as required
Primary Location:
- This position will be located at our brand new, state of the art Ashley River Campus (ARC).
- The physical address for this position will be at 4500 Leeds Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405.
Personal Protective Equipment Required:
- Steel Toe Boots (company provided voucher each year)
