Electro-Mechanical Technician

Gannett; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $500

Training opportunities

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

A leading media company in Knoxville, TN is seeking an Electrician/Mechanical Technician to troubleshoot and repair automated equipment. The role offers up to $30 an hour based on experience and a sign-on bonus of $500. Ideal candidates must have at least 3 years of industrial electrical experience and be motivated to work in a collaborative setting. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance and compliance with safety regulations. This position requires physical capability for various tasks and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• 3 years of industrial electrical/maintenance experience required.
• Experience working with 600 volts or less and associated equipment.
• Physical ability to climb and work from ladders, and lift moderate to heavy weights.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment breakdowns.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Assist with training new team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting and repairing automated equipment

Use of analog and digital test equipment

Knowledge of NEC and OSHA regulations

Strong communication skills

Motivated and self-driven

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Electrical tools

Job description

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a sustainable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. Through our trusted brands, including the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations, including our network of local properties, in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly‑owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom, we provide essential journalism, local content, and digital experiences to audiences and businesses. We deliver high‑quality, trusted content with a commitment to balanced, unbiased journalism, where and when consumers want to engage. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, supports small and medium‑sized businesses with innovative digital marketing products and solutions. USA TODAY Co. open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at USA TODAY Co., you should be completing an application on USA TODAY Co. Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.usatodayco.com.

Electrician / Mechanical Technician

Gannett Publishing Services / USA TODAY CO
Knoxville, TN

Up to $30.00 an hour based on experience

Sign on bonus of $500 based on background and work experience

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment breakdowns
• Use of analog, digital test equipment, and electrical tools
• Experience with networked I/O PLC networksand industrial networking.
• Servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of DC drivesand Servo drives
• PLC troubleshooting, repair, and replacement
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Knowledge of NEC and OSHA regulations
• Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Experience with the following helpful

• Ability to perform minor power projects which include conduit and wiring installation
• Ability to understand complex electrical and pneumatic control diagrams
• Knowledge or ability to use machine shop equipment
• HVAC experience
• Familiarity with newspaper printing presses and mailroom processing equipment

On-the-job training where needed

Requirements

• 3 years of Industrial electrical / maintenance
• Experience working with voltages of 600 volts or less and associated equipment
• Strong communication skills
• Motivated
• Microsoft office applicationsor similar
• Physical requirements include but are not limited to climbing and working from ladders and steps, working in some confined spaces, periodic moderate to heavy lifting as related to various jobs
• Work schedule is nights, weekends, and holidays
• The team will assist with training

USA TODAY Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where USA TODAY Co. employs employees. In addition, USA TODAY Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with USA TODAY Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact USA TODAY Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at [e-mail]. Applicants must be authorized to work in the applicable location. Applications from outside these regions will be removed from our system after submission.