Lead Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Simpson Strong-Tie Company; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company in Gallatin, TN seeks a Maintenance Technician Lead to safely maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and preventively maintain plant equipment and building systems. You will schedule, coach, and mentor technicians, and identify training opportunities for skill growth.

The role follows a 3:00 PM–1:30 AM Monday–Friday schedule with overtime as needed. Essential duties include supervising technicians, providing hands-on training, diagnosing equipment issues, mentoring staff, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• PIT Certification will be provided at hire.
• 6-10 years of related experience; leadership preferred.
• Reads blueprints, electrical and hydraulic diagrams.
• Computer skills for stocking, time keeping and work order processing.
• Safety rules per OSHA and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the work of the technicians.
• Provide hands-on training.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and systems.
• Coach and mentor technicians.
• Work on special projects as necessary.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Electrical diagrams

Hydraulic diagrams

Math proficiency

Technical reading

Safety knowledge (OSHA)

Reasoning & problem solving

Electrical competency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PIT Certification

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie Company in Gallatin, TN seeks a Maintenance Technician Lead to safely maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and preventively maintain plant equipment and building systems. You will schedule, coach, and mentor technicians, and identify training opportunities for skill growth.

The role follows a 3:00 PM–1:30 AM Monday–Friday schedule with overtime as needed. Essential duties include supervising technicians, providing hands-on training, diagnosing equipment issues, mentoring staff, and