Maintenance Tech I
AZEK · Dahlonega, GA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at AZEK (industrial) in Dahlonega, GA. Maintenance, technical, or trade school experience.
- They ask for
- 3+ years
- Tools it names
- PLC, Automation, Welding, Painting / coating
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $57k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 64 live postings that list pay, out of 2470 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Georgia plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 50 other live reliability postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 53%
- Root cause 37%
- ✓ Welding 35%
- ✓ Team leadership 31%
- EHS / safety 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Painting / coating, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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Full description from AZEKAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
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 all 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.
Required Skills and Knowledge
- ✓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.
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓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, (Familiarity with PLC’s), or automation experience (depending on facility needs).
- ✓Powder coating knowledge is a plus but not required
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift materials as required.
- ✓Ability to work around moving equipment, elevated areas, and varying environmental conditions.
Education & Certifications
- ✓High school diploma or GED required.
- ✓Additional education, relevant certifications, or specialized training preferred.
The AZEK Company has been acquired by James Hardie. James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with brands including Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
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Key
Work Expectations
- •May require overtime, on-call availability, or weekend work depending on operational needs.
- •Must demonstrate reliability, accountability, and a commitment to safety and quality.
- •Works under direction and supervision.
- •Expected to grow technical skills through training and hands-on experience.
- •May participate in on-call or overtime coverage as required.