Company Profile
80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.
JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.
At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for performing all maintenance functions as directed by the Maintenance Group Leader and/or Maintenance Manager.
Position Type
Full Time, Non-Exempt
Location
Pooler, Georgia
Benefits and Other Compensation
JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
- Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Strong understanding of general maintenance processes and methods
- Perform Preventative Maintenance of equipment per OEM standards
- Mechanical troubleshooting of equipment, fixtures, and tooling
- MIG / Stick welding and oxyacetylene cutting
- Utilize a sense of urgency when completing assigned tasks / equipment, fixture, and tooling repairs
- Complete daily work orders / PM’s according to their assigned level of importance
- Maintain accurate work order information within the maintenance management system
- Follow downtime escalation process to ensure Maintenance / Operations leadership teams are kept up to date
- Experienced in operating a variety of equipment, including cranes, hoists, forklifts, scissor / boom lifts and common power tools
- Maintain a safe / clean work environment by complying with procedures and regulations.
- Work with technicians, Engineers, Maintenance Leadership and Technical Support Contractors to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical problems
- Support project work and continuous improvement efforts
- Perform adjustments and/or make corrections on equipment to reach optimum capabilities
- Perform other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations
Minimum Qualifications
- 3-5 years of maintenance support experience
- High school diploma
- Must pass applicable drug screens, background checks and pre-employment tests where applicable by law.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical certificate, associate’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
- 5-7 years of maintenance support experience
- Journeyman status or equivalent in a specific trade skill (i.e.: millwright, ironworker, electrician, etc.)
Job Conditions
- Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
- Subject to noise and temperature changes.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Must be able to work flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pm
- Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
- Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
- Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
- Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
- Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.
EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.
JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.
Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
JobFamily
Manufacturing Non-Exempt
PayType
Hourly
PositionEffectiveStartUTC
2026-06-13T00:00:00
PositionEffectiveEndUTC
2026-07-13T00:00:00