Maintenance Reliability Tech B - Shift D Nights

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. seeks a Maintenance Reliability Tech B for a 12 Hr rotating night shift at Shaw Plant 78 in Aiken, SC. Responsible for maintaining and optimizing mechanical and control systems, diagnosing issues, and executing proactive maintenance to reduce downtime.

Role includes PM, PdM, CM activities, precision alignment, troubleshooting, and mentoring junior techs while supporting a culture of safety and reliability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining manufacturing equipment and performing PM, PdM, and CM tasks.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics and diagnose issues.
• Strong safety mindset with ability to mentor others and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on power transmission, conveyors, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime and optimize performance.
• Conduct infrared thermography, oil sampling, and ultrasonic measurements.
• Lead and mentor junior reliability techs on job plans and installations.
• Document work orders and provide feedback to maintenance leadership.

Skills

PM planning

PdM techniques

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical fundamentals

Safety practices

Laser alignment

Tools

Infrared Thermography

Ultrasound measurements

Oil sampling

Job description

## Maintenance Reliability Tech B - Shift D NightsApplylocations: Shaw Plant 78, 136 East Frontage Road, Aiken, SC 29802 USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-140241**Job Title**Maintenance Reliability Tech B - Shift D Nights**Position Overview****POSITION PURPOSE:**To maintain and ensure the capacity of equipment assets in assigned areas of responsibility that impact optimal efficiencies at the lowest reasonable cost.**POSITION EXPECTATIONS:**Execution of assigned tasks and duties with a focus on:Safe work practices.High quality, precision work with a customer service orientation in support of “Great Products & Service”.Adherence to standards and best practice applications acquired through training and work experience.Grow in knowledge of maintenance practices and equipment performance, understanding their impact on manufacturing processes and business objectives.Provide feedback on job assignment needs and improvement opportunities with peers and leadership.**POSITION DUTIES & TASKS:**Maintain manufacturing process and support equipment to highest, reasonable performance levels to include mechanical systems including, but not limited to:Power transmission components - bearings, pulleys/sheaves, shafts/rollers, couplings, sprockets, chains, belts, motors, and gearboxes.Conveyance systems – product/process related, as well as those tied to utilities such as steam, water, air, electricity, etc. which could include pumps, piping, etc.Mechanical control systems - including related hydraulic & pneumatic elements.Troubleshoot and execute repairs of equipment causing or contributing to safety, quality, downtime/productivity opportunities, and issues.Communicate findings, identifying potential causes, and correct steps to operations and maintenance leadership.Execute and provide feedback on proactive maintenance plans on assigned equipment to include:Preventive Maintenance (PM) - inspection & measurement of equipment components for proper function, including replacement of components on pre-defined schedules and lubrication.Predictive Maintenance (PdM) – inspection and measurement of equipment performance applying Infrared Thermography, collection of oil samples for outside analysis, and basic ultrasound measurement with audible evaluation.Condition Maintenance (CM) – repair and replacement of components identified as requiring attention through PM & PdM activities, including influence in the development of detailed job plans.Execute assigned or scheduled work orders in support of projects and process improvement (PI) efforts identified as critical to business objectives.Mentor Reliability Techs C & D in the development of needed skills, while continuing to strengthen personal skills through assisting Reliability Tech A’s and Leads in installation and removal of general mechanical systems.**CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:**Safety practices - LOTO, Confined Space, PPE, Hot Work, PIT, Fall Protection, Hoisting & Rigging, and Hoisting & Rigging.Calculator and Computer application – work order documentation, parts requisitioning.Measurement units, techniques, and application of appropriate tools.Math skills to include.Arithmetic.Application of formulas such as area, volume, etc.Conversion of measurement units.Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics and make simple sketches.Identification and selection of proper tools focused on the selection of the right tool for work assignment application.Selection and development of lubrication schedules, including application methods and systems.Power transmission system and component removal and installation techniques and procedures.Plumbing/piping conveyance system and component removal and installation techniques and procedures.Precision alignment techniques for direct-coupled elements, including laser alignment.Basic fabrication skills including knowledge of welding and cutting techniques and tools.Intermediate troubleshooting techniques of mechanical systems, understanding electrical interactions.Common cause failure modes and correction of mechanical systems.**COMPETENCIES:**Work Standards.Solve Problems.Build Customer Satisfaction.Collaborate.**Work Shift**12 Hr rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Act Calendar, shift starts PM, days change onlyShaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.