Maintenance Tech I

The AZEK Company•Dahlonega, GA

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech I performs preventive maintenance on equipment, machinery, and facility systems, troubleshoots and repairs equipment issues, and responds to breakdowns to help minimize downtime. The role requires following safety procedures, documenting work, maintaining an organized work environment, communicating issues and improvement opportunities to maintenance leadership, and supporting installations, upgrades, and facility projects. The technician works under direction and supervision and is expected to develop technical skills through training and hands-on experience. Overtime, on-call availability, or weekend work may be required depending on operational needs.

Requirements

Basic to intermediate knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
Basic ability to read manuals and simple schematics.
Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely and effectively.
Understanding of preventive maintenance principles.
Ability to troubleshoot problems logically and methodically.
Basic computer skills for work order entry and documentation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift materials as required.
Ability to work around moving equipment, elevated areas, and varying environmental conditions.
Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of maintenance and/or technician experience.
Maintenance, technical, or trade school experience.
Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with CMMS systems.
Welding, HVAC, PLC familiarity, or automation experience, depending on facility needs.
Powder coating knowledge.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, machinery, and facility systems according to established schedules.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control-related issues.
Repair or replace defective components such as motors, bearings, belts, sensors, valves, and wiring.
Respond to equipment breakdowns and production issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime.
Read and interpret manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Document work performed, parts used, and findings in maintenance logs or CMMS.
Follow safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company policies.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Communicate equipment issues, recurring problems, and improvement opportunities to maintenance leadership.
Support equipment installations, upgrades, and facility improvement projects as needed.