Maintenance Tech

PLASTIC RECYCLING, INC; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

PLASTIC RECYCLING, INC. is seeking an experienced Industrial Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plant equipment across shredders, grinders, wash lines, and extrusion lines.

You will be responsible for preventive maintenance, routine repairs, and aiding in new machinery installations to ensure safe, efficient operations. The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge, ability to read schematics, and basic PLC familiarity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment OR technical or vocational training certificate within the last 18 months.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical circuits, and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
• Familiarity with PLCs is a plus.
• Basic troubleshooting.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in industrial conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment according to schedules.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on production machinery.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and assist with minor programming adjustments.
• Maintain and repair pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, and other components.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation (via CMMS).
• Maintain shop cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve recurring issues.
• Order and manage spare parts inventory as needed.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Independence

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training certificate

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plant equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations. This includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on shredders, grinders, wash lines, extrusion lines, and other production machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment according to schedules.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on production machinery.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and assist with minor programming adjustments.
• Maintain and repair pumps, motors, conveyors, gearboxes, and other components.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new machinery.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation (via CMMS).
• Maintain shop cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve recurring issues.
• Order and manage spare parts inventory as needed.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment OR
• technical or vocational training certificate within the last 18 months required.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical circuits, and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Welding and fabrication skills are a plus.
• Familiarity with PLCs is a plus.
• Basic troubleshooting.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in industrial conditions.

Skills & Competencies

• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.

Work Environment

• Industrial setting with exposure to noise, heat, and moving machinery.
• Requires use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k w/ Company Match
• Tiered Training and Advancement Program
• Paid Vacation and PTO