Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

This role focuses on industrial maintenance in a heavy manufacturing environment, performing both mechanical and advanced electrical troubleshooting on hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. You will maintain and repair production machinery, interpret electrical and fluid schematics, and work with PLCs to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of equipment used in metal stamping for the automotive industry.

Pay: Up to $40hr.

Shift: 7pm-5am (Mon-Sun) *Every other weekend off.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on industrial equipment, including sensors, hydraulics, servo drives, motors, pumps, and conveyors.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, valves, and related electrical controls.
• Read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics to diagnose issues and plan repairs.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and read PLC ladder logic, with a preference for experience in Siemens or Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Perform maintenance repair and machine repair tasks on stamping and related industrial machinery.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving three-phase motor controls and AC/DC servo drives.
• Install, adjust, and maintain electrical and mechanical components to support continuous production.
• Use industrial schematics to perform electrical troubleshooting and PLC control diagnostics.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate equipment status and issues to supervisors and team members.
• Work safely in a heavy industrial environment, following all safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment.
• Support production needs by working overtime and every other weekend as required by production schedules and projects.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in electrical and hydraulic equipment maintenance in an industrial setting.
• Hands-on experience as a maintenance technician performing both mechanical and strong electrical troubleshooting.
• Ability to read PLC ladder logic, with preference for Siemens or Rockwell/Allen-Bradley experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Experience working with hydraulic pumps, valves, and electrical controls.
• Knowledge of three-phase motor controls and AC/DC servo drives.
• Proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting, and electrical maintenance.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and mechanical maintenance skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance manufacturing environment.
• 1-3+ years of experience in maintenance repair, machine repair, and industrial troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PLC control systems and industrial schematics.
• Comfort working with 3-phase electrical systems and complex electro-mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including evenings and overnights, and to support overtime as needed.
• No formal certifications required for this role.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a competitive shift differential for overnight work, overtime opportunities, and performance-based monthly bonuses once they become permanent. The organization also offers a holiday bonus for permanent employees and provides uniforms at no cost for maintenance staff. The team structure supports long-term stability, with plans to move to a fixed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift schedule as staffing levels grow, offering clearer work patterns and predictable hours.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $39.00/hr. 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 Antioch, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.