Key Responsibilities
General Maintenance & Facility Support
Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs across the facility, including production areas, offices, and grounds.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and functional work environment.
Inspections & Monitoring
Conduct routine inspections and assist with equipment checks to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Record operational data (e.g., meter readings, equipment conditions) and report concerns.
Support compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Basic Equipment Maintenance
Assist with simple, repetitive maintenance tasks and common part replacements.
Perform basic work requiring measurements, adjustments, and quality checks under supervision.
Help maintain equipment in proper working condition to support production needs.
Support Maintenance Activities
Assist senior technicians (Levels C, B, and A) with repairs, installations, and maintenance work.
Prepare job sites, gather tools and materials, and support cleanup after tasks.
Operate equipment such as forklifts (as trained) to safely move materials.
Perform support tasks including lubrication, painting, and safety watch duties during confined space or hot work activities.
Qualifications & Skills
Safety Awareness
Basic understanding of key safety practices, including
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Confined space entry
PPE requirements
Hot work procedures
Powered industrial trucks (PIT)
Fall protection and rigging basics
Demonstrates a strong commitment to working safely and following procedures.
Mechanical Aptitude
Foundational knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment.
Familiarity with basic tools and their proper use.
Interest in learning power transmission systems and alignment techniques.
Basic Troubleshooting Skills
Ability to recognize common equipment issues and assist with simple problem-solving.
Escalates complex issues to experienced technicians as needed.
Technical & Computer Skills
Basic math skills, including measurements and unit conversions.
Attention to detail in performing tasks and recording information.
Comfortable using CMMS or basic computer systems to document work and request parts.
Communication & Teamwork
Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and communicate effectively with team members.
Demonstrates a team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn from others.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical Training: Vocational coursework or training in industrial maintenance or a related field.
Hands-On Experience: Prior exposure to mechanical or maintenance work (internships, apprenticeships, or similar experience).
COMPETENCIES
Work Standards
Solve Problems
Build Customer Satisfaction
Collaborate
Other Requirements
Work in a normal industrial environment with inherent background noise, dirt, humidity and temperature variations
Safety & Security Requirements
This job has the responsibility and authority to report to management any quality and safety problems, and potential problems, that are encountered while performing the job
Certifications / Licenses
Must hold a valid lift truck license.
- Work Shift
- 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM
Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
