Maintenance Technician

GWS Tool Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GWS Tool Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Nashville, TN to ensure the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing CNC machines, and performing preventative maintenance. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, 2+ years of maintenance experience, and familiarity with CNC repair. This is a critical role ensuring safe production operations, requiring strong analytical skills and proficiency in managing maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 6 months industry-related experience.
• Certification from a qualified training institution in machine maintenance is ideal.
• 2+ years of equipment maintenance in a machine shop environment required.
• Experience with CNC repair and/or robotics required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain production equipment.
• Complete mechanical and electrical upgrades, calibrations, and retrofits.
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting and analyzing data.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving ability

Maintenance of machine components

Project management skills

Communication skills

Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification in machine maintenance

2+ years of equipment maintenance experience

Experience with CNC repair

Tools

Microsoft Office

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Nashville, TN

Travel: None

Job Summary

Responsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements on CNC machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations and manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications. Troubleshooting malfunctions and repair where necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive work orders, identify faulty equipment and acquire parts and equipment to complete repairs.
• Troubleshoot, repair, install and maintain production equipment from basic hydraulic equipment to complex CNC machinery, performing both electrical and mechanical work.
• Complete projects such as mechanical and electrical hardware and software upgrades, calibrations and retrofits.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, level, plumb bobs, and straight edges.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop tools and equipment.
• Review production specifications, identify and report capacity restraints.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Maintain and acquire new technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications and establishing personal networks.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventative maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; or 6 months industry related experience and/or training.
• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machine maintenance is ideal but not required.
• 2+ years of equipment maintenance in a machine shop environment is required.
• Experience with CNC repair and/or robotics is required.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office knowledge and/or Computerized Maintenance Management System is desired.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem solving ability.
• Ability to perform maintenance functions such as replacing spindles, ball screws, bearings, slides and other components of machine tools.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize daily workload based on capacity and customer demands.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, fluid power, and control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform electrical, mechanical and hydraulic repairs used in electrical and mechanical maintenance technician work assignments.
• High ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and perform repairs.
• Ability to follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions and engineering specifications.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing with some lifting, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, bend or kneel when required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.