Reliability Tech B

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Perform scheduled inspections, measurements, lubrication, and component replacements (Preventive Maintenance).
• Use condition-monitoring tools (infrared thermography, oil analysis, basic ultrasonics) to identify early signs of equipment failure (Predictive Maintenance).
• Address issues identified through PM and PdM activities and contribute to refining maintenance job plans (Condition-Based Maintenance).
• 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.
• 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

• Strong background in industrial or manufacturing maintenance.
• Proven mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
• Capable of creating simple sketches or notes to communicate maintenance work.
• 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.
• Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Predictive Maintenance – experience with vibration analysis or advanced diagnostic tools.
• Preferred Qualifications: Leadership experience – experience mentoring technicians or leading small-scale maintenance efforts.
• Preferred Qualifications: 3 years of experience in Maintenance.

Schedule

Work Shift 10 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM