Maintenance Technician

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Date: Jul 9, 2026

Location: High Point, NC, US, 27260

About Akzo Nobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life.

Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

• Analyzes mechanical, problems on assigned equipment, plans for and takes corrective action. Makes necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain maximum production efficiency and quality. Tests equipment operation after repairs or installations is completed and notifies necessary persons of equipment operational status. Assists with new equipment installations as needed.
• Performs minor repairs on flooring, concrete, drywall repair and painting. Repairs, and replaces lighting, process, pneumatic, and water piping (potable and fire protection). Moves furniture, miscellaneous boxes and files as required. Assists with inventory management and keeps storerooms and shop neat and clean.
• Performs preventive/predictive maintenance on assigned equipment by visually inspecting, greasing, testing safety switches, measuring with go-no-go gauges, recording critical information, oil analysis etc. and reporting adverse findings to the Maintenance Manager. To maximize equipment up-time potential problems are identified and either repaired immediately or scheduled for repairs to eliminate breakdowns during operation.
• Complies with all HSE policies and reports any concerns, which may have an adverse impact on health safety and the environment. Attends monthly safety meetings, maintains a neat, clean and safe work area, works safely and requires others to work safely also. Adheres to Akzo Nobel’s Code of Conduct. Corrects or notifies supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Perform area housekeeping responsibilities.
• Assist with on call duties after hours and weekends.

Ability to work with minimum Supervision throughout the site.

• Position requires a minimum of High School Diploma, 4-5 years related specialized maintenance experience.
• Must possess a valid and current driver’s license.
• Must possess manual dexterity and have the ability to lift at least 55 pounds.
• Must be able to stand or walk for periods of eight to twelve hours.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to use ladders, hoists, industrial trucks and material handling equipment.
• Must have the ability to wear a breathing apparatus and other associated HSE personal protective equipment.
• Must possess the ability to read and comprehend equipment repair manuals, standard operating procedures and work instructions.
• Must be proficient in the safe use of a wide variety of hand tools, measuring devices (tape measures calipers, gauges, micrometers etc.), power tools (table saw, cut off saw, bench grinders, sanders.)
• Skillful in building and equipment maintenance, plumbing, pipe fitting, electrical controls and related operations involving repair and equipment maintenance.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime as required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Industrial Systems, Mechatronics, or Electrical Technology.
• Industrial Electrical or Instrumentation certification.
• PLC troubleshooting training.
• Forklift and aerial lift certification.
• Arc Flash/NFPA 70E qualification.
• Precision Maintenance certifications (alignment, vibration, lubrication).

Pay Rate: $31.00 hourly with possible OT
This role eligible for an annual bonus
target of 4%, based on individual and company performance

Benefits:

• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Annual bonus
• 401K retirement…