Since 1969, Knight’s Companies has grown from a single septic tank pumping truck into a trusted, family-owned leader in construction and manufacturing services. Built on quality, integrity, and customer service, Knight’s Companies is committed to excellence across its Redi-Mix, Precast, Trucking, and Pumping operations. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Plant Maintenance Technician to join our team, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of our ready-mix concrete plants, precast equipment, and associated plant structures. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional to contribute to operational excellence while promoting a strong safety culture across our facilities. What You'll Do: • Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on wet batch and central batch ready-mix plants, precast equipment, and plant-related structures. • Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to minimize downtime. • Inspect plant machinery regularly, recommend, and perform necessary repairs to ensure optimal operation. • Install, repair, and maintain heavy industrial process equipment to support production needs. • Fabricate, weld, and modify parts to restore equipment to service. • Safely rig, lift, and handle heavy equipment during installations or repairs. • Respond to urgent calls outside of normal business hours. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and document all work in logs. • Conduct regular walkthroughs with plant managers to provide ongoing maintenance training. • Coach plant managers on plant maintenance requirements. What You Need to Be Successful: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Minimum of 4 to 8 years of experience with heavy process machinery (cement industry preferred) • Demonstrated knowledge of industrial mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. • Knowledge of OSHA, environmental, and safety regulations related to plant operations. • Skilled in troubleshooting complex plant equipment and systems. • Proficient in welding, fabrication, and precision alignment techniques. • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics. • Basic computer skills are required. • Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. • Effective communication and coaching skills to work with individuals from all levels of the organization. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. • Valid Driver’s License in state of residence. • Must be able to work varying work shifts with varying start and stop times. • Ability to travel overnight 50%. Physical Demands: • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and 75+ lbs. occasionally with assistance. • Prolonged standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working in various physical positions. • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, dust). • Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces as required. • Manual dexterity to operate tools, precision instruments, and industrial equipment. • Ability to operate and safely maneuver forklifts, cranes, boom lifts, and other mobile equipment. #zr What We Offer: • Competitive pay • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays • 401(k) with Company Match • Short-Term Disability (STD) • Long-Term Disability (LTD) • Company-Paid Life Insurance • Voluntary insurance programs including Life, Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Accident and Pet Insurance. Interested in opportunities in other Knight’s Companies locations? We’re hiring across our other markets: • Lowcountry: Charleston/Jedburg/St. George/Moncks Corner • Midlands: Columbia/Lexington/Irmo/Blythewood/Lugoff/Sumter • South: Aiken/Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah Visit our careers page to explore all openings: www.knightscompanies.com Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, hard work and professionalism. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits to help you succeed in your career. EOE