Industrial Multi Craft Maintenance Technician

A. O. Smith Corporation; Ashland City (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision on day 1

Sign-on bonus

Tool discounts

On-site cafeteria

Wellness clinic

Employee discounts

Job summary

A. O. Smith Corporation in Ashland City, TN is seeking a MultiCraft Maintenance Technician to repair and install production equipment and perform preventative maintenance per manufacturer specs.

You will diagnose malfunctions and implement timely repairs to keep the plant running smoothly. Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical components, and PLCs; work near heat, noise, and chemicals; and support a world-class,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; trade school preferred.
• Knowledge of machine functions and safety hazards.
• Proficient in hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, electrical and building maintenance tasks.
• Basic working knowledge of PLCs and electrical controls; ability to troubleshoot and repair.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical and building components on industrial equipment.
• Performs multi-craft tasks and repairs equipment breakdowns promptly.
• Ensure safe output of quality cut-to-length steel.
• Maintain production standards while minimizing scrap and rework.
• Work in a team-oriented atmosphere with continuous improvement toward a world-class facility.
• May require weekend/holiday work; entry near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals.

Skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Certification

Tools

PLC Knowledge

Job description

Company / Location Information

A. O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

Date: Aug 20, 2026

Location(s): Ashland City, TN, US, 37015

Company: A. O. Smith Corporation

Business Unit: NAWH

Workplace Setting: Onsite

Primary Function

Ashland City is home to A. O. Smith’s largest water heating manufacturing facility in the United States and manufactures over two million residential water heaters every year. The MultiCraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing and installing production/manufacturing equipment. Inspects equipment for proper functioning and performs preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and makes repairs or adjustments as needed

We Offer

Regularly Scheduled Hours

• Night Shift Opening - 7 pm to 7:30 am - Two Week Cycles (Continental) - 2 on / 2 off / 3 on / 2 off / 2 on / 3 off


• Day Shift Opening - 7 am to 7:30 pm - Two Week Cycles (Continental) - 2 on / 2 off / 3 on / 2 off / 2 on / 3 off

Hourly Rate of Pay: Depends on experience in Maintenance

Sign On Bonus Opportunity: $1500 ($500 after 3 months, $500 after 6 months, $500 after 12 months - must not be on a corrective action for attendance)

• Discounted tool purchases available through company (must provide own tools and toolbox).


• Medical, Dental, and vision start on Day 1!


• Our comprehensive benefits package also includes life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401k, tuition assistance, an on-site cafeteria, Wellness Clinic, and A. O. Smith Company merchandise store along with employee discounts on Aquasana water filtration products.

We are a drug-free facility and require all employees to pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical/electronic, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical and building components on industrial equipment plant wide and have basic knowledge of PLC’s and controls.


• Performs multi-craft tasks on all equipment and repair equipment breakdowns in a timely manner.


• Responsible for the safe output of quality cut-to-length steel.


• Maintain output to production standards while staying within acceptable scrap and rework standards.


• Work in a team oriented atmosphere with continuous improvement goals of achieving and maintaining a world-class production facility.


• This position requires continuous work near heat, noise, gas, and chemicals.


• The position requires frequent lifting, climbing, standing, walking, crouching, squatting, bending and kneeling.


• The position may require weekend and/or holiday work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Required, Trade School Degree Preferred


• Knowledge of machine functions, equipment safety hazards, power source, stored energy, pinch points, etc.


• Must be proficient in hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, electrical and building maintenance tasks.


• Must also have a basic working knowledge of PLC’s and electrical controls and the ability to troubleshoot and repair as needed.

Nearest Major Market: Nashville

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