Maintenance Tech B - Day Shift

About the Role: Shaw is hiring 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

• 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 

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