Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs in North Carolina
Industrial Maintenance Technician jobs in North Carolina are in strong demand, concentrated in the state's manufacturing, food processing, automotive, and pharmaceutical sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level apprentice through senior maintenance lead. The highest volume of hiring runs through Charlotte, Greensboro, and the Raleigh-Durham area, where employers like Frito-Lay, Freightliner Trucks, and Honeywell maintain large production facilities. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina include PLC troubleshooting, hydraulics and pneumatics, and preventive maintenance program management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.
At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.
Position: Claremont Fiber Electromechanical Maintenance Technician (TSA)
- 12-hour Night Shift: 6:45pm – 7:00am
- Rotating schedule with every other weekend off on a 2-2-3 shift (EOWEO)
- Train on days
Summary of Position
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews and accurately reports personal activities on a daily, or more frequent, basis.
- Familiarizes self with Prysmian's manufacturing environment and equipment
- Familiarizes self with company philosophy, procedures, and practices
- Function as a Medical First Responder in the Fiber Plant
- Participates in Prysmian's pay-for-skill program
- Provides timely, quality, and cost-effective service and technical guidance in support of short/long-range operating plans.
- Maintains assets to support required levels of reliability, availability, output capacity, quality, and (internal) customer service.
- Assists the Maintenance Lead Person and/or the Maintenance Manager in determining proper installation and/or repair procedures for mechanical, electrical and/or electronic equipment
- Notifies the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Lead Person if additional hand, power or electronic diagnostic tools are required
- Participates in a preventive maintenance program as directed by Maintenance supervision
- Assures that safe work practices and company policies are adhered to at all times
- Assists Maintenance Lead Person and/or Maintenance Manager in establishing and maintaining optimum inventory levels of critical components
- Performs other duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Additional education –or- work experience (one of three areas below or equivalent experience as determined by the maintenance manager required)
- Electrical Technology
- Electronics Technology
- Mechanical Technology
- Electrical Technology
- Electronics Technology
- Mechanical Technology
- Industrial maintenance – electrical
- Industrial maintenance – electronics
- Industrial maintenance – mechanical
- Capable of performing low-to-high voltage electrical work, laying out and wiring complex circuits with large numbers of connections, troubleshooting and correcting faulty logic and control circuits, as well as carrying out installations, repairs and tests on virtually all production and plant equipment
- Capable of performing light-to-heavy mechanical work, general plumbing, general carpentry, floor and tile installation and repair.
- Proficient in the use of basic hand tools, power tools, volt / ohm / amp meters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical diagnostic equipment as may be necessary
- Possesses good mechanical/electrical/electronic aptitude
- Possesses a strong work ethic and is able to function effectively with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical technical problem solver
- SAP experience preferred
- Fiber manufacturing experience preferred
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods
- Ability to work in front of a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods of time
- Occasional standing, sitting, walking, and talking on the phone
Work Environment
- Performs jobs under varying conditions (Dust, oil, grease, hot and humid temperatures, fumes, noise, etc.)
- Wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (Shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection as required)
- Required to enter walled containment areas and access roofs on an infrequent but as needed basis which will at times require working in areas that are uncomfortably hot or cold
With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.
At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.
Position: Claremont Fiber Electromechanical Maintenance Technician (TSA)
- 12-hour Night Shift: 6:45pm – 7:00am
- Rotating schedule with every other weekend off on a 2-2-3 shift (EOWEO)
- Train on days
Summary of Position
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews and accurately reports personal activities on a daily, or more frequent, basis.
- Familiarizes self with Prysmian's manufacturing environment and equipment
- Familiarizes self with company philosophy, procedures, and practices
- Function as a Medical First Responder in the Fiber Plant
- Participates in Prysmian's pay-for-skill program
- Provides timely, quality, and cost-effective service and technical guidance in support of short/long-range operating plans.
- Maintains assets to support required levels of reliability, availability, output capacity, quality, and (internal) customer service.
- Assists the Maintenance Lead Person and/or the Maintenance Manager in determining proper installation and/or repair procedures for mechanical, electrical and/or electronic equipment
- Notifies the Maintenance Manager or Maintenance Lead Person if additional hand, power or electronic diagnostic tools are required
- Participates in a preventive maintenance program as directed by Maintenance supervision
- Assures that safe work practices and company policies are adhered to at all times
- Assists Maintenance Lead Person and/or Maintenance Manager in establishing and maintaining optimum inventory levels of critical components
- Performs other duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Additional education –or- work experience (one of three areas below or equivalent experience as determined by the maintenance manager required)
- Electrical Technology
- Electronics Technology
- Mechanical Technology
- Electrical Technology
- Electronics Technology
- Mechanical Technology
- Industrial maintenance – electrical
- Industrial maintenance – electronics
- Industrial maintenance – mechanical
- Capable of performing low-to-high voltage electrical work, laying out and wiring complex circuits with large numbers of connections, troubleshooting and correcting faulty logic and control circuits, as well as carrying out installations, repairs and tests on virtually all production and plant equipment
- Capable of performing light-to-heavy mechanical work, general plumbing, general carpentry, floor and tile installation and repair.
- Proficient in the use of basic hand tools, power tools, volt / ohm / amp meters, oscilloscopes, and other electrical diagnostic equipment as may be necessary
- Possesses good mechanical/electrical/electronic aptitude
- Possesses a strong work ethic and is able to function effectively with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical technical problem solver
- SAP experience preferred
- Fiber manufacturing experience preferred
Physical Demands
- Ability to lift, bend, & stoop when required and stand for extended periods
- Ability to work in front of a laptop or PC workstation for extended periods of time
- Occasional standing, sitting, walking, and talking on the phone
Work Environment
- Performs jobs under varying conditions (Dust, oil, grease, hot and humid temperatures, fumes, noise, etc.)
- Wears proper PPE in the manufacturing area (Shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection as required)
- Required to enter walled containment areas and access roofs on an infrequent but as needed basis which will at times require working in areas that are uncomfortably hot or cold
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Food & Beverage
- Chemicals & Materials
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in industrial maintenance technician jobs across North Carolina.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training in industrial maintenance
- Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and equipment manuals
- Proficiency with preventive maintenance software and computerized maintenance management systems
- Completion of a North Carolina community college industrial maintenance or mechatronics program preferred
- Physical ability to lift heavy components and work in confined spaces or at heights
Industrial Maintenance Technician Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a industrial maintenance technician in North Carolina?
North Carolina does not require a state-issued license specifically for industrial maintenance technicians, so the most direct path is completing a diploma or associate degree program in industrial systems technology or mechatronics at a North Carolina community college, such as those offered through the NC Community College System. Employers also value credentials like NIMS certification or OSHA safety cards. Most candidates enter through apprenticeships or manufacturing technician trainee programs offered by large North Carolina industrial employers.
How much do industrial maintenance technicians make in North Carolina?
Industrial maintenance technicians in North Carolina earn a median of about $60,580 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,540 for the lowest 10% to over $78,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire industrial maintenance technicians in North Carolina?
Employers hiring industrial maintenance technicians in North Carolina right now include Butterball, Publix, and Flowers Foods, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's dense concentration of food manufacturing, automotive assembly, and pharmaceutical production plants means consistent openings across both major metros and smaller manufacturing corridors like Alamance and Catawba counties.
Which North Carolina cities have the most industrial maintenance technician jobs?
Newton, Raeford, and Charlotte have the most industrial maintenance technician openings in North Carolina. Charlotte leads because of its large automotive parts and consumer goods manufacturing base, Greensboro draws heavily from its food processing and distribution sector, and Raleigh-Durham's growth in advanced manufacturing and life sciences has steadily expanded demand for skilled maintenance technicians across the metro.
Are there remote industrial maintenance technician jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Industrial maintenance technicians work directly with physical equipment on production floors, which makes fully remote work uncommon by the nature of the role. About 0% of industrial maintenance technician openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be supervisory, training coordination, or technical documentation roles rather than hands-on floor positions.
How can I get hired as a industrial maintenance technician in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in an industrial systems technology or mechatronics diploma program at a North Carolina community college, many of which partner directly with local manufacturers for co-op placements. Large North Carolina employers in food processing and automotive manufacturing regularly run maintenance apprenticeship tracks for candidates without prior experience. Coming in as a production operator or facilities helper and cross-training into maintenance is also a well-worn route, and earning a NIMS machining or OSHA 10 credential strengthens an entry-level application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to industrial maintenance technician jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to industrial maintenance technician jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly. No sign-up is required to view or apply to open positions.
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