Maintenance Technician

Adecco US, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Overtime opportunities

Full-time employment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Adecco is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support blown film extrusion manufacturing operations. The role focuses on troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving extrusion equipment to maximize uptime and product quality.

The ideal candidate has strong electrical and mechanical maintenance skills in an industrial setting, with plastics/extrusion experience preferred. Responsibilities include diagnosing electrical systems, maintaining PLC-controlled equipment, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read schematics and technical drawings.
• Proficient in using multimeters and electrical diagnostic tools.
• Willingness to overtime, weekends, and occasional emergency call-ins.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain blown film extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose electrical systems including motors, VFDs, drives, heaters, thermocouples, and PID controls.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Maintain PLC-controlled equipment (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, B&R).
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Repair and rebuild gearboxes, bearings, motors, and drive systems.
• Work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems and perform welding/fabrication as needed.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime and maintain records.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Multimeter usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

B&R PLC

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Pay: $25 - 25.75 per hour

Shifts Available: Day & Night Shifts

Industrial Maintenance Opportunity

Position Overview

Adecco is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support our blown film extrusion manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and improving extrusion equipment and related production systems to maximize uptime, ensure product quality, and support safe plant operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial manufacturing environment, with plastics or extrusion experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain blown film extrusion lines and auxiliary equipment.
• Diagnose electrical systems including AC/DC motors, VFDs, drives, heater bands, thermocouples, temperature controllers, and PID controls.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, B&R, and similar automation systems.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Repair and rebuild industrial equipment including gearboxes, bearings, motors, couplings, and drive systems.
• Perform equipment alignment and mechanical troubleshooting on rotating machinery.
• Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Complete welding and light fabrication repairs as needed using MIG, TIG, or Stick welding processes.
• Respond to production equipment breakdowns and work to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts inventory documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and production efficiency.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements and plant safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to use multimeters and other electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and occasional emergency call-ins as needed.

Preferred

• Experience in plastics manufacturing, blown film extrusion, or extrusion-based production environments.
• Experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Industrial automation and controls experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb ladders, and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely work around moving equipment, elevated work areas, and electrical systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for skills development and advancement
• Comprehensive training and safety programs
• Full-time employment with overtime opportunities

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $17.00-$18.00 per hour
• Day and night shift opportunities available
• Overtime opportunities
• Training provided
• Career growth opportunities within manufacturing operations

Pay Details: $25.00 to $25.75 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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