Automation Maintenance Technician - Competitive Pay

General Shale; Augusta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Disability and Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and development

Job summary

General Shale in Augusta, GA, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our automated manufacturing facility. The role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to keep safe, efficient plant operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of maintenance experience in automated environments, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting while following safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of maintenance experience in an automated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on motors, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and production machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment issues.
• Read diagrams, sketches, manuals, and engineering specifications.
• Fabricate and install repair parts and equipment using shop tools.
• Maintain equipment and parts inventory to support plant operations.
• Communicate maintenance activities and equipment concerns with operations teams.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and aerial lifts safely.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following company safety procedures.

Skills

Fabrication

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding tools

Forklift operation

Hoists and aerial lifts

Job description

General Shale in Augusta, GA, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support our automated manufacturing facility. The role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to keep safe, efficient plant operations.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of maintenance experience in automated environments, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting while following safety procedures.