Maintenance Tech B

shawinc; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries is seeking a Maintenance Tech B to ensure production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. This mid-level role focuses on maintaining critical machinery, minimizing downtime, and supporting quality.

You will work within a collaborative team, applying your technical expertise while developing advanced maintenance and troubleshooting skills. The role involves hands-on work on a range of industrial equipment and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Strong background in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
• Proven mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of safety practices (LOTO, confined space, PPE, hot work, PIT, fall protection).
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and interpret schematics.
• Experience with CMMS or basic computer systems to document work and manage parts.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment.
• Maintain mechanical systems including bearings, shafts, belts, motors, and gearboxes.
• Service conveyance systems, piping, and utilities (steam, air, water).
• Use condition-monitoring tools to identify early signs of equipment failure.
• Complete work orders supporting plant upgrades and reliability improvements.
• Mentor entry-level technicians and collaborate with senior staff.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Mathematical aptitude

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Tech B

Position Overview

About the Role: Shaw is hiring for a Maintenance Technician B! The Maintenance Technician (Level 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.

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.

COMPETENCIES

• Work Standards
• Solve Problems
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Collaborate
• #ShawIND
• #LI-OW1

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.