Tufting Reliability Tech C | Night Shift

Shaw•Chatsworth, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Shaw Industries is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician (Level C) to support the safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment at Plant WE in Chatsworth, Georgia. The role focuses on basic maintenance, assisting experienced technicians, and helping maintain plant reliability, minimize downtime, and support a safe, high-quality production environment. The technician performs routine maintenance and basic repairs in production areas, offices, and grounds; conducts equipment inspections and records operational information; assists with simple equipment maintenance and common part replacements; and supports senior technicians with repairs, installations, and other maintenance work. Duties also include preparing job sites, gathering tools and materials, cleanup, lubrication, painting, safety watch tasks, and operating forklifts as trained to move materials. The position works an eight-hour, non-rotating night shift, Sunday through Thursday, from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The work environment is industrial, with background noise, dirt, humidity, and temperature variations. The employee is responsible for reporting quality and safety problems or potential problems to management.

Requirements

Demonstrate a strong commitment to working safely and following procedures.
Have a basic understanding of safety practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined-space entry, PPE requirements, hot-work procedures, powered industrial trucks (PIT), and fall-protection and rigging basics.
Have foundational knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment.
Be familiar with basic tools and their proper use.
Be able to recognize common equipment issues and assist with simple troubleshooting, escalating complex issues to experienced technicians.
Have basic math skills, including measurements and unit conversions.
Pay attention to detail when performing tasks and recording information.
Be comfortable using CMMS or basic computer systems to document work and request parts.
Be able to follow instructions, ask questions, and communicate effectively with team members.
Demonstrate a team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn from others.
Hold a valid lift truck license.

Nice To Haves

Vocational coursework or training in industrial maintenance or a related field.
Prior exposure to mechanical or maintenance work, such as internships or apprenticeships.
Interest in learning power transmission systems and alignment techniques.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs across production areas, offices, and grounds.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and functional work environment.
Conduct routine inspections and assist with equipment checks to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Record operational data, such as meter readings and equipment conditions, and report concerns.
Support compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Assist with simple, repetitive maintenance tasks and common part replacements.
Perform basic work involving measurements, adjustments, and quality checks under supervision.
Help maintain equipment in proper working condition to support production needs.
Assist senior technicians with repairs, installations, and maintenance work.
Prepare job sites, gather tools and materials, and clean up after tasks.
Operate forklifts as trained to move materials safely.
Perform support tasks including lubrication, painting, and safety watch duties during confined-space or hot-work activities.
Report quality and safety problems, and potential problems, to management.