# Plant Maintenance Technician at Knight’s Companies Inc.

Plant Maintenance Technician at Knight’s Companies Inc. in Columbia. Posted September 21, 2026.

- Company: Knight’s Companies Inc.
- Location: Columbia
- Experience: 4+ years
- Posted: 2026-09-21
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/knightscompaniesinc/jobs/4412631009
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/plant-maintenance-technician-knights-companies-inc-rtyndx

## Description

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.

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### **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.

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