Job Description
Job DescriptionFacilities Maintenance
Roanoke, VA 24019
Overview
Salary Range
$22.00 - $26.00 Hourly
Position Type
Full Time
Job Shift
Day
Education Level
High School
Entry-Level Maintenance Technician
Now Hiring: Entry-Level Maintenance Technician
Learn. Build Skills. Keep Production Moving.
Are you mechanically inclined, safety-minded, and eager to learn a skilled trade? We’re looking for an Entry-Level Maintenance Technician to join our Maintenance team and support the safe, reliable operation of our manufacturing equipment. This is a hands-on role with on-the-job training, working alongside experienced technicians to develop industrial maintenance skills and develop your career.
As a key member of our Maintenance team, you will:
- Assist experienced technicians with routine inspections, lubrication, and basic maintenance tasks
- Learn to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems through hands-on training
- Support repairs and replacement of components such as belts, bearings, motors, and sensors
- Participate in preventive maintenance activities to reduce equipment downtime
- Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and proper use of PPE
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
- Assist with documenting maintenance activities and work performed
- Perform other general maintenance duties as assigned
Qualifications
What You Bring to the Table
- Willingness to learn and develop industrial maintenance skills
- Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- A strong work ethic, dependability, and reliability
- Commitment to workplace safety and following procedures
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Location & Schedule
This is a full-time, on-site position working Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional schedule changes may be required based on business needs.
Work Environment
This role primarily works on the production floor and involves exposure to industrial equipment, noise, and temperature variations. Physical demands may include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, lifting moderate to heavy objects, and working at heights.
Why Join Us?
Valcom isn’t just a manufacturing company — we’re a hub of innovation, redefining communication in a rapidly evolving world. As a global leader in voice paging, intercom, and emergency notification systems, our products help keep people informed and safe every day. With approximately 250 employees, nearly all of our products are engineered, manufactured, and supported in our 120,000-square-foot facility in Roanoke, Virginia.
Valcom is proud to be part of Potter Global Technologies. Through our partnership with private equity firm KKR, employees have the unique opportunity to participate in an ownership program — a benefit rarely offered in our industry. Being a co-owner means having a direct stake in our success and sharing in the financial rewards.
If you’re looking for a stable role, hands-on learning, and a chance to build a long-term career in industrial maintenance, we’d love to hear from you.
You should be proficient in:
- Electrical Troubleshooting