Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Location: Pinch A Penny Suncoast Chemicals Plant - 15400 62nd St N., Clearwater, FL 33760

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:00PM

Pay: $30 - $35 / hour

You want Benefits? You’ve got it! Our generous benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs

• 401 (k) with generous company match

• Eligible for Paid Time Off and 8 paid holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Paid Parental Leave

• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Excellent career advancement and training opportunities to support your career growth

• Employee Discounts and much more!

What to Expect?

This position reports to Maintenance Manager/ Supervisor and is responsible for all maintenance, repair and modifications needed to maintain company’s equipment and support systems in the process of raw and finished goods. Set up of equipment and working with the production departments to ensure production and efficiencies are met daily. Mechanic is responsible to ensure equipment runs properly on any lines. Responsible for the training, repair, removal and installation of machines and equipment, as needed by production.

On a daily basis our Production Maintenance Mechanic:

• Install, set up, and maintain production equipment to support efficient operations (from basic setup to advanced troubleshooting, depending on experience).

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues on production lines and support equipment.

• Operate and maintain power and hand tools safely for repair and preventive maintenance tasks.

• Test and replace electrical components such as fuses, cords, and plugs, using meters and probes.

• Read and interpret measurements, technical drawings, and wiring diagrams to perform setups, repairs, or upgrades.

• Collaborate with peers and support teams to resolve production issues and keep lines running smoothly.

• Assist with equipment upgrades, modifications, and part fabrication (advanced roles), including basic welding and wiring of circuits up to 480V.

• Lead, train, and direct junior technicians (advanced roles) to ensure task completion and knowledge sharing.

• Work safely with chemicals and wear appropriate PPE such as respirators, when required.

• Support continuous improvement by maintaining detailed records and participating in ongoing training.

What You Will Need:

• At least 5 years of experience in production maintenance or similar.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Mechanical and electrical aptitude; ability to learn new systems and tools—advanced knowledge preferred for senior roles.

• Ability to work flexible shifts and overtime as needed.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to teamwork.

• Leadership and project management skills preferred.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced, noisy environment.

• Position requires the ability to wear a respirator and comply with the company's Respiratory Protection Program.

Looking to work for the best in the industry?
Since opening its first store in 1975, Pinch A Penny, A POOLCORP Company, has become the largest franchised retail pool, patio and spa company. This first store evolved into a full-time, full-service retail pool supply store offering everything needed to operate and enjoy a swimming pool or spa. With our rapid growth we have been able to hire over 300 employees from Marketing directors, sales associates to machine operators and maintenance mechanics. We are proud to serve our community and be an employer of choice. We believe in recognizing our employees for their hard work and encourage work-life balance.

Why join PINCH A PENNY?
Pinch A Penny, a POOLCORP Company is the premier destination for all your swimming pool and backyard needs. With over 300 stores and expanding, we are the nation's largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise. Our relentless dedication to excellence drives us to bring people together through the joy of pools, spas, and the backyard experience. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to grow, innovate, and set new standards in the swimming pool industry.

Bilingual, Military, Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized. This position is considered “safety-sensitive” and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.

POOLCORP, including all its subsidiaries, is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer – By Choice. The Company understands, respects, and values diversity – unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas, and opinions – while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.

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