Hourly- Block- Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift- Req. 19137

Tenneco Inc.; Glasgow (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco in Glasgow, KY, is seeking a Maintenance Technician I, II, or III to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment. The role emphasizes safety, proactive maintenance, and adherence to productive maintenance systems to support plant goals.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, an apprenticeship or technical certification, and 2–4 years of maintenance manufacturing experience. Robotics and PLC knowledge are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; maintenance apprenticeship or technical certification preferred.
• Experience with robotics and factory automation is highly valued.
• Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Strong reading, writing and mathematical skills; precise measurement proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment.
• Follow safety rules and use PPE; inspect equipment prior to use and report issues.
• Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs and scheduled maintenance on production equipment.
• Read and interpret manuals and work orders; diagnose and repair components.
• Utilize hand/power tools, meters and material handling equipment.
• Support maintenance team leadership as needed and document activities.

Skills

Robotics experience

Electrical background

Troubleshooting skills

Reading and writing

Math skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maintenance Apprentice program

Technical Certification

Job description

Hourly- Block- Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift- Req. 19137

Hourly- Block- Maintenance Technician- 2nd Shift- Req. 19137

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

The Maintenance Technician I, II, or III is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the plant's business goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Following all safety rules at all times, using all PPE as required daily; maintain proactive attention to safety, including keeping work area clean and orderly. Always inspect all equipment prior to use and report any discrepancies immediately
• Must perform according to the company's core values
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities
• Perform mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required service; diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments; perform a variety of plumbing and carpentry functions
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, aerial lifts, and material handling equipment
• Detect faulty operations, defective materials and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Complete all tasks accurately with little to no safety and quality defects
• All other jobs as assigned

The Maintenance Tech II and III may be asked to fill in as a Maintenance Team Leader when needed.

The Maintenance Technician level will be determined on the required qualifications, functional experience, and system or knowledge level. The required basic qualifications for a Maintenance Technician are:

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certification
• Successful completion of Maintenance Apprentice program or Technical Certification (equivalent experience may take the place)
• 2-4 years of maintenance manufacturing experience
• Successful completion of pre-employment basic skills test, drug screens, background screens, and physical demands testing
• Must have a valid driver's license and able to operate a forklift

The Glasgow Tenneco team would prefer a candidate that has experience with robotics, a strong electrical background in factory automation with the ability to troubleshoot and repair photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, servos, variable frequency drives, linear scales, tachometers, and encoders.

Additional Technical Skills

• Solid reading, writing and mathematical skills including decimals and fractions
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work with a high level of precision
• Computer and Keyboard Skills
• Troubleshooting skills (pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical)
• Basic fabrication/welding
• Effectively utilizes electrical, schematic, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical blueprints
• Principles and importance of proper torque values
• Read and interpret precise measuring instruments
• Preference would go to the candidate that has knowledge of lean manufacturing, and PLC troubleshooting/programming skills including CPU, back planes, I/O Boards, high speed counters, modules, devices, and communications.

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

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