Maintenance Technician

Caliberr Staffing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliberr Staffing seeks a Maintenance Technician – Level 3 for the Nashville overnight facility. You’ll maintain automated canning lines, conveyors, and PLC-driven systems to meet GMP standards, with a 3rd shift schedule and a 5:00 PM–5:30 AM rotation.

Strong PLC troubleshooting and night-shift autonomy are essential for keeping production flowing. Applicants should have 2+ years in industrial maintenance, experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, and the ability to interpret schematics.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in industrial maintenance, preferably GMP food/bev setting.
• Experience with automated canning lines and conveyors is required.
• Proficient in troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive, predictive, and emergency maintenance on production machinery.
• Resolve electrical, mechanical, and control system failures to maximize equipment effectiveness.
• Diagnose and repair sensor-based cameras and photo-eye tech linked to PLCs.
• Monitor and adjust VFDs and Servo drives to keep lines running smoothly.
• Use PLC logic to identify faults and make minor program tweaks.
• Document maintenance work and inspections in the CMMS.

Skills

Allen Bradley PLC troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

VFDs/Servo drives

Canning lines & conveyors

Camera & sensor tech

Reading schematics

Autonomous night shift work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school/technical certification

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC software

CMMS maintenance software

Hydraulic systems

Job description

Maintenance Technician – Level 3 – 3rd Shift

Location: Nashville, TN Shift: 3rd Shift, 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM, 2-2-3 rotating schedule Pay: $32.00 – $34.05/hour, based on experience Industry: Food Manufacturing (GMP Facility)

Your Impact

Our Nashville-based food production facility is looking for a skilled Maintenance Technician to join our overnight operations. You will play a vital role in keeping our automated canning lines, conveyors, and PLC-driven systems running efficiently, ensuring that we meet our high standards for food safety and product quality.

If you are a self-motivated professional who thrives on resolving intricate electromechanical challenges during late-night shifts, this position offers an excellent environment to apply your technical expertise.

Shift Details

• 3rd Shift: 5:00 PM – 5:30 AM
• Monday - Friday (Occasional weekends)
• Flexibility to work extra hours or adjust your schedule to meet production demands is required

Primary Duties

• Execute proactive, predictive, and emergency maintenance tasks on production machinery and conveyor systems
• Resolve electrical, mechanical, and control system failures to help maximize overall equipment effectiveness
• Identify and fix malfunctions involving camera and photo eye sensors linked to Allen Bradley PLC architecture
• Oversee the performance of VFDs and Servo drives, making necessary adjustments
• Utilize Allen Bradley PLC logic to pinpoint faults and perform minor program modifications to keep lines moving
• Analyze technical manuals, mechanical diagrams, and electrical schematics to facilitate repairs and new equipment setups
• Log all maintenance work and routine checks within the company CMMS platform
• Ensure every task performed adheres strictly to sanitation, food safety, and GMP protocols
• Minimize production delays and product waste by providing rapid response to equipment failures
• Partner with quality, engineering, and production staff to assist in ongoing operational improvements
• Help maintain a safe working environment for the entire team by keeping your workspace orderly and compliant
• Support the team during equipment changeovers, upgrades, and new installations

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance, ideally within a GMP-regulated food or beverage setting
• Practical background working with automated canning lines and conveyor systems
• Proficiency in troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLC systems
• Experience working with sensor-based camera and photo eye technology
• Background in diagnosing and repairing VFDs and Servo drives
• Comprehensive understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and electrical schematics
• Proven capacity to handle tasks autonomously during night shifts
• Strong analytical skills to effectively resolve issues under the pressure of production downtime
• High school diploma or GED equivalent; trade school or technical certification is preferred

Physical Demands

• Capacity to lift weights up to 50 lbs
• Ability to remain on your feet, walk, kneel, bend, and climb for long durations
• Comfort working in a food manufacturing setting with varying noise levels and temperatures
• Ability to perform tasks in confined areas or at heights while utilizing required safety gear

Compensation

• Pay ranges from $32.00 to $34.50 per hour, commensurate with your professional background