Industrial Maintenance Technician

We’re hiring an experienced  Industrial Maintenance Technician  to support a stable, high-volume manufacturing operation in the  Chattanooga, TN area .

This is a strong opportunity for a well-rounded maintenance technician who enjoys troubleshooting equipment, working independently, and taking ownership of keeping production running. You’ll be the  primary maintenance technician supporting the shift , so we’re looking for someone who can diagnose problems, make sound decisions, and communicate effectively with production leadership.

Pay: $29-30/hr base with a 15% shift differential

2nd Shift: 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM

• Typically  Monday–Wednesday
• Work 36 scheduled hours and get paid for 40
• Employees who complete their full scheduled shifts receive an additional 4 hours of top-up pay
• Occasional 4th-day coverage may be required with advance notice
• Fridays are rarely scheduled
• Training: The selected candidate will initially train on 1st shift (5:00 AM–5:00 PM) , with some Thursday hours as needed, before transitioning to 2nd shift.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair  industrial production machinery and equipment
• Diagnose  mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls-related issues
• Troubleshoot  single- and three-phase electrical systems, including 120/208/240/480 VAC and 24 VDC controls
• Maintain and repair  conveyors, motors, gearboxes, servo motors, production equipment, and automated systems
• Support troubleshooting of  industrial robotics, PLC-controlled equipment, and vision systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and identify potential equipment failures before they cause downtime
• Conduct root-cause troubleshooting on recurring equipment problems
• Complete general facility and building maintenance as needed
• Document repairs and maintenance activity accurately
• Work closely with the 2nd-shift supervisor and production team to prioritize maintenance needs

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong  electrical and mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Working knowledge of  pneumatics and hydraulics
• Comfortable troubleshooting industrial electrical systems and control voltages
• Ability to read  electrical schematics, diagrams, manuals, and technical documentation
• Able to work independently without another maintenance technician constantly available on the shift
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with production supervisors and operators
• Proactive, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of problems through resolution

Benefits

Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and company-paid disability insurance.