Industrial Maintenance Technician - CNC, Laser & Facility Systems (Day Shift / OEM Manufacturing)

At a Glance Company: WAI Global Location: Spartanburg, SC, USA Job Type: Full-Time Shift: Day Shift (Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) Overtime: As Needed Experience Level: Mid to Senior (3+ years preferred) Work Authorization: If required Why This Role Exists This role exists to ensure maximum uptime, reliability, and performance of WAI Global's advanced manufacturing and facility systems. At WAI Global, production depends on high-performance CNC, laser, finishing, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. This position is critical in keeping equipment running efficiently, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous high-volume OEM production for global aftermarket demand.

The Work You'll Be Doing In this role, you will be responsible for keeping manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently across a wide range of systems. You will: Perform preventative, corrective, and emergency maintenance on CNC machines, laser cutters, and production equipment Maintain and repair finishing systems including blasters, vibratory bowl machines, and Ransohoff parts washers Diagnose and repair electrical systems (110V single-phase to 480V three-phase) Interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and mechanical drawings Install and troubleshoot industrial electrical systems, including power drops and workstation setups Maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, cylinders, and controls Perform welding and fabrication (MIG, TIG, Stick) for custom repairs, guards, and structural components Install and maintain industrial ventilation and cooling systems Develop and execute preventative maintenance (PM) schedules and procedures Maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment service records Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve uptime and equipment performance Mentor junior maintenance technicians and promote safety-first practices Systems, Equipment & Technologies You'll work with a wide range of manufacturing and facility systems including: CNC machines and laser cutting systems Industrial finishing systems (blasting, vibratory, washing equipment) Pneumatic and hydraulic production systems Industrial compressors and dryers (screw-type systems) Facility electrical distribution systems (110V-480V) Industrial ventilation and cooling systems Maintenance & Technical Scope Preventative Maintenance (PM) systems and scheduling Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Equipment installation and upgrades Facility infrastructure maintenance Downtime reduction and root cause analysis What We're Looking For Required: 3+ years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience Strong electrical troubleshooting experience (110V-480V systems) Hands-on experience with CNC machines and laser systems Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals Welding and fabrication skills (MIG/TIG preferred) Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability Safety-first mindset and attention to detail Preferred: Experience with CMMS maintenance systems Background in OEM or high-volume manufacturing environments Experience maintaining finishing systems (blasting, vibratory, washing equipment) Industrial ventilation system experience Leadership or mentoring experience in maintenance teams Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Standing, bending, climbing, and walking for extended periods Work in environments with heat, dust, noise, and industrial conditions Why Maintenance Techs Choose WAI Global Technicians choose WAI Global because: Stable, high-volume manufacturing environment Wide variety of complex industrial systems (not repetitive work) Modern CNC, laser, and automated production equipment Strong emphasis on uptime, reliability, and engineering collaboration Opportunity to work across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and automation systems Real ownership of equipment performance and continuous improvement Long-term career stability in a global OEM manufacturer Pay, Benefits & Schedule Benefits: Medical, dental, vision 401(k) with company match Paid holidays and PTO Training and development opportunities Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Overtime: As needed Apply Interested maintenance technicians can apply directly through WAI Global hiring channels.