Industrial Reliability Maintenance Mechanic

Carlex Glass Manufacturing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlex Glass Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to keep production and facilities running at peak uptime. You’ll diagnose faults, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to emergency line stops with safe, rapid repairs.

You’ll work solo or with teammates, obtain and use forklift/crane/PIV certifications as needed, and follow EHS procedures to maintain a safe, clean environment. Strong hands-on skills and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in a technical/industrial field is preferred.
• 2+ years in industrial maintenance.
• 3+ years in a similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond rapidly and safely to emergency equipment breakdowns; perform timely repairs.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment.
• Diagnose issues, determine root causes, and present corrective actions.
• Independently handle mechanical tasks using belts, sprockets, chains, bearings, pulleys, and more.
• Operate PIVs (forklifts, cranes, aerial lifts) when certified.
• Support general labor and additional duties as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC maintenance

General maintenance

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in technical/industrial field

Job description

What your day looks likeYou arrive with a plan: prioritize preventive maintenance on production and facility assets to keep uptime high. Mid-morning, an unexpected line stop comes in—an emergency breakdown. You move quickly but safely, isolate the issue, repair the fault, and restore operation. Afterward, you capture the root cause, outline corrective and preventive actions, and review them with the Maintenance Supervisor. Between calls, you tackle assigned work orders, from aligning belts and chains to replacing bearings and pulleys, and you keep your tools and workspace in top shape.When the job calls for it, you operate material handling and powered industrial vehicles—forklifts, cranes, aerial lifts—once certified. You collaborate with teammates, but you’re also comfortable working solo. Some days run long; you’re prepared to stay beyond scheduled hours when production needs it. Through it all, you follow EHS procedures and contribute to a safe, clean, compliant environment. And yes—there are times you’ll lend a hand with general labor and other tasks that keep the operation moving.Core responsibilitiesExecute maintenance work orders assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.Respond rapidly and safely to emergency equipment breakdowns; complete timely repairs.Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on production and facility equipment.Diagnose issues, repair faults, determine root causes, and present findings with recommended corrective actions.Independently handle mechanical tasks using industrial tools and components (belts, sprockets, chains, bearings, pulleys, and more).Obtain certification and operate PIVs (forklifts, cranes, aerial lifts) safely.Support general labor and additional duties as needed.QualificationsEducationHigh school diploma or equivalent (required).Associate degree in a technical/industrial field from an accredited institution (preferred).Experience2+ years in industrial maintenance or equivalent (required); 3+ years (preferred).Understanding of mechanical/maintenance principles, equipment, and tools (preferred).Work style & availabilityConsistent, punctual attendance.Willing to work beyond scheduled hours when needed.Adherence to EHS policies and safe work practices.Thrives both independently and in a team setting.Commits to ongoing training and development.Key competenciesHands-on problem solving and analytical approach.Strong assessment and decision-making skills—knowing when to resolve and when to escalate.Clear communication across verbal, written, and electronic channels and across functions.Alignment with and willingness to uphold the Carlex Mission, Vision & Values.Technical proficiencyMechanical troubleshootingElectrical troubleshootingHVAC maintenanceHVAC repairGeneral maintenance and repair skills