Maintenance Technician I - CAM - CCM
Carlisle Companies · Arden, NC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 4 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Carlisle Companies (industrial) in Arden, NC. 51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally.
- Tools it names
- PLC, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 97 other live reliability postings in North Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 45%
- ✓ Team leadership 45%
- ✓ Welding 33%
- EHS / safety 26%
- Tooling 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Full description from Carlisle CompaniesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Job Summary
Maintain and repair mechanical/electrical/boiler systems throughout the facility; execute capital projects (installation, dismantling of equipment) and other various high-leveled maintenance tasks throughout the facility with the ability to work independently and efficiently to ensure timely production processes. Expected hours of work 40 hours a week with a varied shift schedule 8-10 hours shifts with occasional overtime and weekend hours. No travel required.
This role is currently eligible for a sign on bonus of $3,000 to be paid in three increments:
- ◆$1000 paid at 90 days
- ◆$1000 paid at 180 days
- ◆$1000 paid at 270 days
Responsibilities
- ◆Reassemble machines after the completion of repair or maintenance work.
- ◆Start machines and observe mechanical operation to determine efficiency and to detect problems.
- ◆Inspect or test damaged machine parts and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair.
- ◆Lubricate or apply adhesives or other materials to machines, machine parts, or other equipment according to specific procedures.
- ◆Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments according to production specifications.
- ◆Dismantle machines and remove parts for repair using hand tools, chain falls, jacks, cranes, or hoists.
- ◆Record production, repair, and machine maintenance information.
- ◆Read work orders and specifications to determine machines and equipment requiring repair or maintenance.
- ◆Set up and operate machines and adjust controls to regulate operations.
- ◆Transport machine parts, tools, equipment, and other material between work areas and storage, using cranes, hoists, or dollies.
- ◆Collect and discard worn machine parts and other refuse in order to maintain machinery and work areas.
- ◆Clean machines and machine parts, using cleaning solvents, cloths, air guns, hoses, vacuums, or other equipment.
- ◆Adjust, install, fabricate, and make modifications of equipment to maintain or improve safety and quality of operational conditions or equipment efficiency.
- ◆Comply and participate regulatory, Carlisle, And departmental policies, procedures, and standards (PSM, safety protocols, COS)
- ◆Troubleshoot control systems, servo drives, motors, HMI’s and PlCs.
- ◆Calibrate controls instrumentation.
- ◆Maintain and enhance electrical and PLC troubleshooting.
- ◆Provide training to Maintenance technicians I & II as needed.
- ◆Articulate to vendors/engineer’s machine issue to resolve technical issues.
- ◆Handle and audit preventative maintenance procedures.
- ◆Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- ✓Knowledge of measuring gauges such as tape measures
- ✓Knowledge of various hand and power tools.
- ✓Prior experience operating a forklift.
- ✓Working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- ✓Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
- ✓Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- ✓Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills.
- ✓Ability to work under pressure to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
- ✓Have boiler operator certification or ability to obtain boiler certification.
- ✓Working knowledge of electrical codes including NEMA, etc. (NFPA 70E, Arc Flash)
- ✓Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills, including ability to utilize electrical instrumentation (megohmmeter).
- ✓Complete knowledge of all plant equipment (level III).
- ✓Ability to use hand& portable tools, gas and arc welder, forklift, pickup truck, testing equipment, tape measure, computer (shop floor and ERP).
Education and Experience
- ✓Required:
- ✓Education – High School diploma or GED required or technical school.
- ✓Three to five (3-5) years related maintenance experience.
- ✓Previous experience in the following maintenance areas preferred: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, and boiler.
- ✓Mechanical background with rotating equipment. Hydraulic and pneumatic. Electrical/mechanical troubleshooting.
- ✓PLC Knowledge.
Requirements
Frequency scale: Occasionally (0–30%) | Frequently (31–60%) | Continuously (61–100%)
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Working Conditions
- •Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels.
- •Exposure to hazardous mechanical, electrical and chemical substances/equipment.
- •Confined workspaces.
- •This position typically operates during standard business hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasional flexibility may be required to accommodate meetings across time zones or address critical business needs. The employee is expected to comply with all company policies, including those related to data security, confidentiality, acceptable use of technology, and remote work standards
- •This is a fully onsite position. The employee is expected to be physically present at their designated work location during scheduled hours. In-person attendance is essential for collaboration, access to onsite resources, and the performance of job responsibilities. Employees must comply with all site-specific safety, security, and conduct policies.
Physical
Lifting or carrying
- •1–10 LBS — Frequently
- •11–20 LBS — Frequently
- •21–40 LBS — Occasionally
- •41–50 LBS — Occasionally
- •51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally
Pushing or pulling
- •1–40 LBS — Occasionally
- •41–50 LBS — Frequently
- •51 OR MORE LBS — Occasionally
Other physical demands
- •BENDING OR STOOPING — Frequently
- •REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL — Frequently
- •DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES — Occasionally
- •OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS — Continuously
- •CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.) — Frequently
- •WALKING — Continuously
- •STANDING — Continuously
- •SITTING
