Maintenance Technician

Columbus McKinnon; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon is seeking an experienced Millwright/Industrial Maintenance Technician in Chattanooga, TN. You will perform maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC systems and assist with repairs, installations, and safety improvements.

Responsibilities include welding, brazing, torch-cutting, reading blueprints, and using shop tools. Requires forklift or safety training; strong teamwork and deadline adherence are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Technical certificate or schooling in industrial maintenance preferred.
• 3–4 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Welding, brazing and torch-cutting experience is preferred or trainable.
• Ability to read machine-detail blueprints and follow schedules.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks assigned by supervisor on various projects.
• Repairs existing equipment and installs new equipment or parts.
• Performs welding, brazing, and torch-cutting as needed.
• Repairs furnace and induction coil components, machine fixtures, and related parts.
• Operates power hand tools and tool room equipment (lathe, mill, drill, saw, grinders).
• Performs basic pipe fitting for conduit.
• Maintains housekeeping, tools, spare parts, and system entries; meets deadlines.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Welding

Reading blueprints

Machine operation

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate in industrial maintenance

Tools

Lathe

Mill

Drill

Saw

Grinders

Job description

Job Summary/Overview

Performs maintenance work with the degree of skill of a Millwright; skilled in mechanical, air, pneumatic, PLC programming, and hydraulic systems. Electrical systems knowledge is a plus. Performs tasks as assigned by schedule looking for better solutions to fixes and safer ways to complete jobs. Requires minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks assigned by supervisor based on different projects.


• Responsible for the repair of any existing equipment, installation of new equipment or new parts on existing equipment.


• Perform general welding including brazing and cutting of shapes with cutting torch.


• Perform various repairs like assisting in furnace and induction coil repairs, machine fixtures and components repairs.


• Operate all power hand tools and operate all types of tool room equipment (lathe, mill, drill, saw, grinders, etc.)


• Have basic skills in pipe fitting for Conduit.


• Perform other related duties such as: general housekeeping, maintenance of all tools, spare parts, supplies, System entries, and other duties as assigned.


• Works in a safe manner


• Able to Meet Deadlines

Requirements and Preferred Skills/Experience

• High school diploma or GED.


• 3-4 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Welding, brazing, and torch-cutting experience; training may be available.


• Experience maintaining and repairing industrial equipment, such as mechanical presses, hydraulic systems, forging hammers, and cranes.


• Ability to perform preventive and predictive maintenance, including lubrication and equipment inspections.


• Ability to read machine-detail blueprints and follow written, verbal, diagram, and schedule-based instructions.


• Ability to use close-tolerance measuring tools and standard shop math.


• Ability to read safety policies and procedures and complete routine reports.


• Strong communication skills and ability to train or provide instructions to employees.


• Ability to safely lift, lower, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.


• Technical certificate or schooling in industrial maintenance.


• Previous leadership experience is beneficial but not required.


• Experience evaluating or overseeing the work of other employees.

Shift Hours and Overtime

• Second shift: Monday-Thursday, 4:00 p.m.-2:30 a.m . *receive $1 shift premium / Friday overtime: Starts at 2:00 p.m. and may last up to 8 hours. Overtime may be optional or mandatory depending on business needs.