Shaw Plant 4, 2225 S Hamilton Street Extension, Dalton, GA 30721 USA
Full time
R-157154
Job Title
Industrial Maintenance Technician (Mechanical & Electrical) - All Shifts
Position Overview
Industrial Maintenance Technician (Mechanical & Electrical)Plant 4 | Dalton, GA
Now Hiring for 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts
At Plant 4 in Dalton, GA, we're looking for skilled maintenance professionals to help keep our manufacturing equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. We welcome candidates with maintenance, mechanical, electrical, automation, or multi-craft backgrounds who enjoy troubleshooting equipment, solving problems, and working in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
Whether your experience is primarily mechanical, electrical, or a blend of both, we offer opportunities to apply your skills while continuing to grow your career in industrial maintenance.
What You'll Do
As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will support the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and reliability of manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
Responsibilities may include:
Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment.
Performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
Supporting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems.
Diagnosing equipment failures and implementing corrective actions.
Installing, upgrading, and modifying manufacturing equipment.
Reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance documentation.
Utilizing CMMS systems to document work and manage maintenance activities.
Collaborating with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Following all plant safety, quality, and environmental requirements.
Maintenance Technician CandidatesRequired Skills & Experience
Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or mechanical maintenance environments.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Experience maintaining conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, shafts, pumps, and related equipment.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and maintenance documentation.
Basic computer skills and experience documenting work activities.
Commitment to safe work practices and procedures.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Experience performing preventive and predictive maintenance.
Welding, fabrication, machining, or equipment modification experience.
Experience using a CMMS.
Ability to read electrical schematics.
Technical certifications or industrial maintenance training.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Electrician CandidatesRequired Skills & Experience
Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems.
Experience working with motors, motor controls, drives, power distribution equipment, and electrical components.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Knowledge of electrical safety practices, including NFPA 70E principles and arc flash awareness.
Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment.
Strong diagnostic and root-cause problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Experience with PLCs, automation systems, robotics, or industrial controls.
Experience programming or troubleshooting PLC systems.
Experience with AC/DC drives, motion control systems, and HMI platforms.
Technical school, apprenticeship, journeyman training, or industrial electrical certifications.
Experience supporting manufacturing automation projects and equipment upgrades.
Predictive maintenance experience utilizing infrared, ultrasound, or diagnostic technologies.
Safety Requirements
Successful candidates should be familiar with:
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
PPE Requirements
Arc Flash Awareness
Confined Space Entry
Hot Work Procedures
Fall Protection
Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT)
Hoisting and Rigging Practices
Safety is a core value, and all employees are expected to maintain a safe work environment for themselves and their teammates.
Why Join Shaw?
Openings available on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts
Competitive pay based on skills and experience
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Ongoing technical training and development
Opportunity to work on advanced manufacturing equipment
Collaborative team environment focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
ShawIND
LI-OW1
Work Shift
8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in 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.
A history of success, a future of possibility
Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.
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