3rd Shift Electro-Mechanical Technician: Transformer Components

Pioneer Transformers; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pioneer Transformers in Greeneville, TN is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician for 3rd shift. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment used in transformer component production, maintain PM routines, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role covers electrical and mechanical systems, PLC-based machinery, and collaboration with operations, engineering, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment; transformer, electrical components, metals, machining, or molding environment preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of both mechanical systems and electrical control systems.
• Experience troubleshooting equipment such as: winders, slitters, presses, annealing and cutting lines; Injection molding or metal forming equipment; Conveying and material handling systems.
• Familiarity with PLC-based machines (troubleshooting I/O preferred; programming not required).
• Ability to read and interpret: Electrical and mechanical drawings; Equipment schematics; Work orders and preventive maintenance logs.
• CMMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Equipment maintenance & troubleshooting: Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting on production equipment, transformers component winding machines, presses, slitting machines, molding equipment, cutting tools, conveyors, and assembly systems.
• Diagnose issues involving motors, drives, PLC-controlled systems, sensors, relays, mechanical linkages, and material handling equipment.
• Conduct machine repairs, adjustments, and part replacements to minimize downtime.
• Preventive & predictive maintenance: Complete scheduled PM tasks using CMMS or logs and ensure proper equipment documentation.
• Inspect and test components such as bearings, belts, gearboxes, drives, lubrication systems, and wiring.
• Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Electrical responsibilities: Perform low-voltage troubleshooting (AC/DC circuits, motors, sensors, controls).
• Calibrate, wire, and test control panels, actuators, limit switches, and safety devices; support upgrades or installations.
• Mechanical functions: Repair/rebuild gearboxes, rollers, chains, pumps, actuators, alignment systems; fabricate/install brackets, guards, jigs; use hand/power tools, multimeters, torque measuring tools.
• Safety & compliance: Follow OSHA, LOTO, NFPA 70E and company safety policies; participate in safety audits; maintain 5S in maintenance area.

Job description

Pioneer Transformers in Greeneville, TN is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician for 3rd shift. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical and mechanical equipment used in transformer component production, maintain PM routines, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role covers electrical and mechanical systems, PLC-based machinery, and collaboration with operations, engineering, and quality teams.