Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

Akzo Nobel; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA

Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits

Annual bonus

401K retirement savings with 6% match

Generous vacation, personal andholiday

Paid Parental leave

Hybrid work for most exempt roles

Diversity & Inclusion Networks

Tuition Reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

AkzoNobel in High Point, NC is seeking a Maintenance Tech to perform routine, preventive and emergency repairs on building and manufacturing equipment to ensure on-time delivery of quality products. The role requires physical work and adherence to safety policies.

The position involves supporting site security, utility systems, and equipment installations, with a focus on teamwork and safe operation on a second shift and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent, plus vocational/military training or 2 years related experience.
• Must be able to lift at least 55 pounds and stand/walk for long periods.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and operate hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical problems, plan corrective actions, and conduct repairs to maximize production efficiency.
• Perform minor repairs to roofing, flooring, lighting, piping, and equipment; assist with inventory and security.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and document findings; report issues to Maintenance Manager.
• Follow HSE policies, maintain a safe work area, and participate in safety meetings.
• Operate SAP-PM for work orders and inventory lookups.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Stand/walk 8-12 hours

Work indoors/outdoors

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational/military training or 2 years related experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Ladders/hoists/industrial trucks

Measuring devices and gauges

Job description

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together. For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com © 2026 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.

Pay/Shift Schedule Hourly Rate - $27.00 per hour w/ $1.50 shift differential Shift Schedule - 2nd Shift - 2pm - 10:30 with possible variation This role eligible for an annual bonus target of 4%, based on individual and company performance.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Tech will perform routine, preventive and emergency repairs on building and grounds, laboratory, and manufacturing equipment to ensure on-time delivery of quality products to our valued customers and to preserve Akzo Nobel's investment in the facility and the grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzes mechanical, problems on assigned equipment, plans for and takes corrective action. Makes necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain maximum production efficiency and quality. Tests equipment operation after repairs or installations is completed and notifies necessary persons of equipment operational status. Assists with new equipment installations as needed. - 35%
• Performs minor repairs on roofing systems, flooring, concrete, drywall repair and painting. Repairs, and replaces lighting, process, pneumatic, and water piping (potable and fire protection). Moves furniture, miscellaneous boxes and files as required. Assists with inventory management and keeps storerooms and shop neat and clean. Snow removal and salting of parking lots and walkways and driving to various vendors to procure parts. - 10%
• Performs preventive/predictive maintenance on assigned equipment by visually inspecting, greasing, testing safety switches, measuring with go-no-go gauges, recording critical information, oil analysis etc. and reporting adverse findings to the Maintenance Manager. To maximize equipment up-time potential problems are identified and either repaired immediately or scheduled for repairs to eliminate breakdowns during operation. - 30%
• Complies with all HSE policies and reports any concerns, which may have an adverse impact on health safety and the environment. Attends monthly safety meetings, maintains a neat, clean and safe work area, works safely and requires others to work safely also. Corrects or notifies supervisor of unsafe conditions. - 10%
• Adheres to site security policies, workplace violence, entry procedures, weekend and evening site security policy, smoking policy etc. Performs repairs on perimeter security gates, fences and resets boiler and air compressor alarms. Assists with the repair of alarm switches, wiring and cameras. Assists with testing of the fire alarm system flow switches, pull stations, deluge systems, diesel fire pump, booster pump and foam tanks. - 10%
• Utilize SAP-PM (computerized maintenance management software) equipment look-up and inventory functions, update work orders function.

Job Requirements

• Position requires a minimum of High School Diploma, vocational/military training or 2 years related experience.
• Must possess a valid and current driver's license.
• Must possess manual dexterity and have the ability to lift at least 55 pounds.
• Must be able to stand or walk for periods of eight to twelve hours.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to use ladders, hoists, industrial trucks and material handling equipment.
• Must have the ability to wear a breathing apparatus and other associated HSE personal protective equipment.
• Must possess the ability to read and comprehend equipment repair manuals, standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Must be proficient in the safe use of a wide variety of hand tools, measuring devices (tape measures calipers, gauges, micrometers etc.), power tools (table saw, cut off saw, bench grinders, sanders, routers etc.).
• Skillful in building and grounds maintenance carpentry, plumbing, pipefitting and related operations involving building repair and grounds maintenance.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime as required.

Benefits/Rewards

• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Annual bonus
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay
• Paid Parental leave
• Hybrid work for most exempt roles
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee referral bonus

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.