Maintenance Tech III, Electrical, 2nd Shift - Jerome Ave

ASTEC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Astec in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment to support site goals.

You will perform electrical work, diagnose issues across a wide voltage range (12VDC up to 480VAC), and execute preventive maintenance while adhering to safety, LOTO, and quality standards. Strong independent work ethic, effective communication with multiple teams, and a commitment to Astec's core values are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship or equivalent production maintenance experience.
• Preferred 5+ years of manufacturing experience; strong experience with 480V electrical.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Install, run, and secure electrical conduit to code.
• Install and maintain production machines and plant equipment.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs during production.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and machine service.
• Troubleshoot and repair control circuits, motors, starters, relays, and VFDs.
• Follow safety rules and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Size circuits, breakers, conductors based on load requirements.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and adjust.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Read blueprints and work orders

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED and craft apprenticeship

Tools

Electric meters

Hand and power tools

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Industrial electrical equipment

Job description

BUILT TO CONNECT

Astec is a global, environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician 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 site’s business goals and objectives.

Key Deliverables

• Respond quickly in the event of an emergency repair.
• Fix potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Perform maintenance of electrical systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems across a wide voltage range (12VDC up to 480VAC).

Key Activities & Responsibilities

• Install, run, and secure electrical conduit (EMT, rigid, flexible) to code.
• Install and maintain production machines and the plant/facility’s equipment.
• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.
• Utilize mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
• Execute regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to complete required maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and adjust.
• Perform a variety of plumbing, maintenance, and carpentry functions.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Achieve quality results as it relates to the Company’s vision and mission.
• Promote and educate others on Astec’s core values.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety rules at all times.
• Size circuits, breakers, conductors, and components based on load requirements.

Experience and Competencies

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.
• Preferred 5+ years of manufacturing experience; Strong experience with 480V electrical.
• Ethical conduct is essential.
• Demonstrated ability and initiative to achieve results is required.
• Must work well independently and with others for the purpose of achieving mutual goals.
• Technical capability and problem‑solving skills are critical.
• Must be able to communicate effectively across departments to meet the needs of internal customers.
• Experience with both low‑voltage controls and high‑voltage power systems.
• Ability to trace faults through prints and isolate issues efficiently.
• Work safely around live circuits and follow all lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair control circuits, motors, starters, relays, and VFDs.

Supervisor and Leadership Expectations

None

Our Culture and Values

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers.
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business.
• Respect for all individuals.
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing Environment Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.