Mechanical Technician IV

Overview

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Mechanical Technician IV.

Type: Contract
Job Title: Mechanical Technician IV
Location: Newton, NC
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Newton, NC.
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; overtime and occasional off-hours coverage may be required
Education: Associate degree in Mechanical Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field

Description

The Mechanical Technician IV supports manufacturing engineering projects involving equipment installations, production line expansions, startup, debugging, and mechanical readiness. This role applies advanced mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolve technical issues, improve equipment performance, and ensure projects meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

The technician collaborates with engineering teams, operations personnel, vendors, and suppliers to support equipment installation, commissioning, and process improvements across manufacturing facilities in the Newton-to-Hickory, NC area.

Requirements

• Support manufacturing equipment installations, startup, debugging, and capacity expansion projects.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, test, and calibrate mechanical systems, including motors, pneumatics, and gear systems.

• Analyze technical issues, identify root causes, and implement solutions that improve equipment reliability, efficiency, and safety.

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals; use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.

• Coordinate with engineers, operations teams, vendors, and suppliers to resolve issues and meet project milestones.

• Maintain spare parts inventory and accurate engineering and operations documentation; assist with workforce training.

• Follow industrial safety procedures and communicate potential hazards.

• Manage competing priorities independently in a fast-paced environment, with flexibility for periodic overtime and off-hours coverage.

• Travel between project locations within the Newton-to-Hickory, NC area.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience supporting new equipment installations in a manufacturing environment; startup experience preferred.

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard PC applications.

• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently under limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical or industrial certifications, such as millwright or welding certifications.

• Experience in project leadership, resource coordination, or project management.

• Experience managing onsite and offsite vendors and suppliers.

• CAD software experience.

Additional Information

• No third-party resumes will be accepted.

• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.

• CTG will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

• All interested individuals must be able to work on a W2 tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors).

• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

• CTG is an E-Verify Company.

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly through our website by clicking the link below.