Entry Level Industrial Maintenance Specialist Jobs
New grad industrial maintenance specialist jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a demonstrated technical skill set can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated across Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Energy, with employers like Tyson Foods Incorporated, NOV, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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Maintenance Technician / Industrial Mechanic / Electro-Mechanical Technician (Relocation Opportunity)
$77K Starting Annual Pay | $2/hour Shift Differential | Quarterly Bonus | Relocation Assistance*
Monroe, NC – Charlotte Metro Area
Full-Time | Multiple Shifts | Relocation Package Provided
Ready to Make a Move? We'll Help You Get Here.
ATI Specialty Materials is actively hiring skilled maintenance professionals from across the U.S. to join our growing team in Monroe, NC—just outside vibrant Charlotte. If you're an experienced Maintenance Technician, Industrial Mechanic, Millwright, or Electro-Mechanical Tech, this is your chance to build your career with a global leader in specialty metals manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
As a Maintenance Associate, you'll help keep our advanced manufacturing operations running efficiently by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical and electrical systems. You'll work hands-on in a dynamic production environment supporting critical industries like aerospace, energy, and defense.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns across plant equipment
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Install and maintain 3-phase motor controls, AC/DC circuits, and basic relay logic
- Support fabrication work, including cutting, welding, and layout planning
Who You Are
You're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working on complex machinery. You bring a solid foundation in mechanical and electrical systems, and you're ready to take your skills to a high-tech, high-performance environment.
Total Rewards Package
- Starting Pay: $77,000/year
- Shift Differential: $2/hour for night shifts
- Quarterly Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance: Includes moving costs and transitional support
- Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, Paid Time Off
- Additional Perks: Tuition Assistance, Training Programs, Career Growth
Annual pay starts at $77,000, with potential to increase based on experience. This base pay is calculated from an hourly rate, and night shifts receive an additional $2/hour differential on top of the base. The role follows a 2/2/3 shift schedule and includes quarterly performance bonuses and relocation assistance.
Why Monroe, NC?
Live and work in the Charlotte Metro area—known for its affordable cost of living, vibrant downtown, and growing tech and manufacturing sectors. Monroe offers small-town charm with big-city convenience, plus a strong community for skilled trades.
Apply Today
Whether you're currently in the industry or seeking a new opportunity to grow in a different region, ATI will support your move and your future.
Take the next step—relocate, grow, and thrive with ATI in Monroe.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 2+ years of trade school OR industrial maintenance experience
- Solid understanding of power transmission, fluid power, and electrical systems
- Background in metals, aerospace, or heavy industrial manufacturing preferred
- Comfortable working 12-hour shifts (day/night rotation or fixed shifts available)
Maintenance Technician / Industrial Mechanic / Electro-Mechanical Technician (Relocation Opportunity)
$77K Starting Annual Pay | $2/hour Shift Differential | Quarterly Bonus | Relocation Assistance*
Monroe, NC – Charlotte Metro Area
Full-Time | Multiple Shifts | Relocation Package Provided
Ready to Make a Move? We'll Help You Get Here.
ATI Specialty Materials is actively hiring skilled maintenance professionals from across the U.S. to join our growing team in Monroe, NC—just outside vibrant Charlotte. If you're an experienced Maintenance Technician, Industrial Mechanic, Millwright, or Electro-Mechanical Tech, this is your chance to build your career with a global leader in specialty metals manufacturing. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
As a Maintenance Associate, you'll help keep our advanced manufacturing operations running efficiently by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical and electrical systems. You'll work hands-on in a dynamic production environment supporting critical industries like aerospace, energy, and defense.
Key Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns across plant equipment
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Install and maintain 3-phase motor controls, AC/DC circuits, and basic relay logic
- Support fabrication work, including cutting, welding, and layout planning
Who You Are
You're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working on complex machinery. You bring a solid foundation in mechanical and electrical systems, and you're ready to take your skills to a high-tech, high-performance environment.
Total Rewards Package
- Starting Pay: $77,000/year
- Shift Differential: $2/hour for night shifts
- Quarterly Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance: Includes moving costs and transitional support
- Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, Paid Time Off
- Additional Perks: Tuition Assistance, Training Programs, Career Growth
Annual pay starts at $77,000, with potential to increase based on experience. This base pay is calculated from an hourly rate, and night shifts receive an additional $2/hour differential on top of the base. The role follows a 2/2/3 shift schedule and includes quarterly performance bonuses and relocation assistance.
Why Monroe, NC?
Live and work in the Charlotte Metro area—known for its affordable cost of living, vibrant downtown, and growing tech and manufacturing sectors. Monroe offers small-town charm with big-city convenience, plus a strong community for skilled trades.
Apply Today
Whether you're currently in the industry or seeking a new opportunity to grow in a different region, ATI will support your move and your future.
Take the next step—relocate, grow, and thrive with ATI in Monroe.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 2+ years of trade school OR industrial maintenance experience
- Solid understanding of power transmission, fluid power, and electrical systems
- Background in metals, aerospace, or heavy industrial manufacturing preferred
- Comfortable working 12-hour shifts (day/night rotation or fixed shifts available)
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Entry Level Industrial Maintenance Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level industrial maintenance specialist job?
Entry level industrial maintenance specialist employers look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on mechanical or electrical skills, even from vocational training, a technical degree program, or an internship. Certifications in areas like hydraulics, pneumatics, or PLC basics give candidates a concrete edge. Applying to manufacturers, facilities management companies, and food processing plants that explicitly list zero to two years of experience as acceptable is the most direct path in.
Which companies hire entry level industrial maintenance specialists?
Companies hiring entry level industrial maintenance specialists right now include Tyson Foods Incorporated, NOV, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, manufacturers, logistics operations, and facilities management firms tend to post the most openings, often as part of structured maintenance technician pipelines designed to develop new talent.
Are there remote entry level industrial maintenance specialist jobs?
Yes, though most industrial maintenance work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 5% of entry level industrial maintenance specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be roles with a coordination, documentation, or systems-monitoring component rather than direct equipment repair. On-site roles remain the dominant format at this level.
Are these new grad industrial maintenance specialist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior industrial maintenance specialist roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or lists a completed technical program or associate degree as a qualifying credential. Searching for these signals in job descriptions helps recent graduates identify where they are competitive.
Which industries hire the most entry level industrial maintenance specialists?
Entry Level industrial maintenance specialist roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Manufacturing, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate large facilities with ongoing equipment upkeep needs and frequently build internal talent pipelines by bringing in candidates early and training them on proprietary systems and machinery.