Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Mechanical Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to work in a valve shop environment. The role involves repairing, servicing, and installing mechanical valves and systems both in the field and within the shop. The technician will primarily be local (75% of the time), participating in safety trainings, cleaning the shop, and collaborating with others to repair and service valves in demanding hot and dirty environments.

Responsibilities

• Repair, service, and install mechanical valves and systems in the field.
• Participate in safety trainings and maintain cleanliness in the shop.
• Collaborate with team members to repair and service valves.
• Utilize hand and power tools, tape measures, and pneumatics for assembly and repair tasks.
• Work with blueprints when available to guide installations and repairs.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience with hand tools and power tools.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and installation techniques.
• Ability to accurately use tape measures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical systems such as brakes and rotors.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting blueprints.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy 10 paid holidays and an additional floating holiday. The company offers a 50% match up to 8% on retirement contributions and provides all necessary tools for the job.

Work Environment

The work environment primarily consists of a shop setting with occasional fieldwork as needed. Conditions can be hot and dirty, requiring adaptability and resilience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.