Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician – 3rd Shift

Department: Manufacturing / Maintenance
Location: Gastonia, NC
Shift: 3rd Shift | Sunday – Friday | 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Stabilus

Stabilus is a global leader in motion control solutions — gas springs, dampers, and electromechanical drives — with 8,000+ employees across 45 locations worldwide.

Role Overview

Keep our highly automated Gas Spring production facility running at peak performance. You'll troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve equipment breakdowns quickly and efficiently
• Perform electrical, electronic, and mechanical repairs
• Execute and support preventative maintenance programs
• Troubleshoot equipment issues across hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems
• Read and interpret electrical, electronic, and mechanical schematics
• Log all maintenance and repair activity in SAP-PM
• Communicate equipment status clearly to production supervision
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including leak detection, safety items, and 5S
• Follow all applicable safety, environmental, and electrical codes

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or military equivalent — OR minimum 10 years of industrial maintenance experience
• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in electronics, mechanical, or military fields
• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics; proficient with measuring tools (voltmeter, calipers, micrometers, dial indicators)
• Working knowledge of SAP-PM and Microsoft Office
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and lead others when needed
• Flexible to accommodate schedule changes based on business needs

What We Offer

• $1/hour shift premium for 3rd shift
• Overtime opportunities
• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge automated production equipment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Career growth within a global manufacturing organization