2nd Shift Maintenance Tech: Build Skills & Reliability

Shaw Industries; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries is seeking a Maintenance Tech C-2 for the 2nd shift in Dalton, GA to support the safe, reliable operation of production equipment through hands-on maintenance and basic troubleshooting.

You will assist senior technicians, perform preventive tasks, document actions, and participate in safety procedures while building foundational reliability skills within a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and maintenance practices.
• Understanding of key safety practices: LOTO, confined space, PPE, hot work, PIT, fall protection.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain mechanical systems such as bearings, belts, chains, pulleys, shafts, motors, and gearboxes.
• Support conveyance systems, pumps, valves, and utility systems (steam, air, water).
• Assist with hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance to ensure safe, continuous operation.
• Identify and resolve common mechanical issues impacting safety, quality, or production.
• Diagnose problems, perform repairs or part replacements, and restore equipment functionality.
• Document and communicate issues, root causes, and corrective actions to maintenance and operations teams.
• Complete assigned work orders supporting plant reliability and improvement initiatives.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Follow all safety and quality standards during project work.
• Work closely with senior technicians and maintenance leads.
• Support larger repairs, overhauls, and installations while learning advanced skills.

Job description

Shaw Industries is seeking a Maintenance Tech C-2 for the 2nd shift in Dalton, GA to support the safe, reliable operation of production equipment through hands-on maintenance and basic troubleshooting.

You will assist senior technicians, perform preventive tasks, document actions, and participate in safety procedures while building foundational reliability skills within a team-focused environment.