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Maintenance Technician B | Night Shift

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Dalton, GA
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Job Title

Maintenance Technician B | Night Shift

Position Overview

About the Role: Shaw is hiring for a Maintenance Technician (Level B)! The Maintenance Technician B is a skilled maintenance professional responsible for ensuring production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. In this mid-level role, you will focus on maintaining and sustaining critical machinery, minimizing downtime, and supporting consistent product quality. Working in a collaborative team environment, you will apply your technical expertise while continuing to develop advanced maintenance and troubleshooting skills.

Shift: 3rd 11:00pm-7:00am

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

  • Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on a wide range of industrial equipment.
  • Maintain mechanical systems including bearings, shafts, pulleys, belts, chains, motors, and gearboxes.
  • Service conveyance systems, piping, and utilities (steam, air, water).
  • Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure reliable operation and reduced downtime.

Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution

  • Diagnose and resolve equipment issues impacting safety, quality, and production efficiency.
  • Identify root causes of mechanical failures and understand related electrical interactions.
  • Execute repairs efficiently and communicate findings, corrective actions, and recommendations to maintenance and operations teams.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

  • Preventive Maintenance (PM): Perform scheduled inspections, measurements, lubrication, and component replacements.
  • Predictive Maintenance (PdM): Use condition-monitoring tools (infrared thermography, oil analysis, basic ultrasonics) to identify early signs of equipment failure.
  • Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM): Address issues identified through PM and PdM activities and contribute to refining maintenance job plans.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

  • Complete work orders supporting plant initiatives, upgrades, and reliability improvements.
  • Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and process enhancements.
  • Contribute to initiatives that improve operational efficiency and equipment performance.

Team Collaboration & Development

  • Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure effective execution of work.
  • Mentor and support the development of entry-level technicians (Levels C & D).
  • Partner with senior technicians (Level A) on more complex tasks, installations, and overhauls.
  • Actively contribute to a culture of teamwork, learning, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills

Required Experience

  • Strong background in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
  • Proven mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Safety Expertise

  • Comprehensive understanding of safety requirements, including:
    • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
    • Confined space entry
    • PPE usage
    • Hot work procedures
    • Powered industrial trucks (PIT)
    • Fall protection
    • Hoisting and rigging
  • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Technical Skills

  • Proficient with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
  • Ability to select and properly use the right tools for each task.
  • Experience using CMMS or basic computer systems to document work and manage parts.

Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation

  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
  • Capable of creating simple sketches or notes to communicate maintenance work.

Analytical Ability

  • Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
  • Solid math skills, including measurements, conversions, and basic formulas used in maintenance work.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Troubleshooting: Working knowledge of electrical systems to troubleshoot.
  • Schematics: Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
  • Fabrication Skills: Welding, machining, or equipment modification experience.
  • Advanced Predictive Maintenance: Experience with vibration analysis or advanced diagnostic tools.
  • Leadership Experience: Experience mentoring technicians or leading small-scale maintenance efforts.
  • 3 years of experience in Maintenance

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Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to out-punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts PM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.