Facilities Maintenance Assistant II

Amentum is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Assistant II to join our team in Winston Salem, NC! 

• M-F 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3rd Shift)

• Hours may vary based on business demand.

• Weekend hours may be scheduled to support our 24/7 operation.

This entry level position specializes in DCR – Drain, Clean, and Refill CNC Machines to remove and recycle coolant, clean the machine of metal chips, and refill with coolant.  It also involves changing machine filters and other duties assigned to keep machines running at their optimum.  Technicians are responsible for providing an entry level of expertise in responding to work orders, troubleshooting, and providing preventive and corrective maintenance on the production equipment and systems in an industrial manufacturing environment. Perform all aspects of preventive and corrective maintenance on all production related industrial systems as instructed, including, but not limited to: CNC machinery, robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, and coolant systems.

Works alongside other skilled technicians.  Effectively communicates with the site maintenance management team, solves basic intermediate electrical and mechanical problems, and provides solutions to manufacturing problems. The Maintenance Assistant Technician identifies any safety-related issues and corrects or escalates them as appropriate. 

Responsibilities:
 

Work alongside the technician’s workforce in the following:

• Performance of preventive maintenance on process/production equipment as scheduled in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

• Respond to and provide service and feedback to management on all work orders while assuring compliance with codes, regulations, and industry standards.

• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving work problems.

• Understand company policies and enforce safety regulations.

• Safely performs functions of the position including following proper safety guidelines such as job hazard analysis and lockout/tag out procedures and wearing PPE as required.

• Prepare/complete assigned tasks in conformance with applicable procedure requirements provided by the supervisor.

• Coordinates work with others in discipline groups and other discipline groups on the project.

• Responsible for neatness and accuracy of work.

• May train other technicians.

• Provides technical guidance and assistance to less experienced personnel.

• Perform other tasks as requested by management.

• Maintain good Attendance, Punctuality, and work ethic

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or demonstrated equivalent.

• 1 – 3 Years of work experience preferred performing general maintenance repair in an industrial environment or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Information:

• This position may require various shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.

Physical Requirements: 

• Requires the ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.

• Requires the ability to regularly climb extension ladders, roof ladder, stepladders, and stairs at least 10 times during shift.

• Requires the flexibility to bend/stoop, squat repetitive during shift.

• Requires the ability to regularly kneel repetitive for shift.

• Requires the ability to move in a 90-degree fashion on a repetitive basis for shift.

• Requires the ability to stretch/reach on a repetitive basis for shift.

• Requires the ability to walk extensively throughout the plant during shift.

• Requires the ability to differentiate colors pertaining to wire color-coding.

• Some tasks will require repetitive wrist movement.

• Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress.

Special Requirements:

• Wear steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hard hats and other Personal Protective Equipment as needed.

• Cope with demands (stressors) that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained.

Other Attributes:

• Must be willing to work overtime when required.  May be required to work holidays and weekends.

• Ability to perform Geometric checks and adjustments on CNC machines

       

Compensation Details:

21.00

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

09/03/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.