Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift

Ideal Tridon Group; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Tridon Group in Smyrna, Tennessee, is seeking a skilled technician responsible for the operation and maintenance of machinery and mechanical equipment. This role includes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and performing adjustments as necessary.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or equivalent experience and must be adept at using various mechanical tools while adhering to safety regulations. A commitment to quality and efficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication skills with strong aptitude for operating machinery.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn the production process.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes preventive maintenance on engines, motors, and production machines.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and listens for problems.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supply inventory.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Education

Associate degree or completion of a qualified apprenticeship program

Minimum of 2 years related work experience

Tools

Inventory systems knowledge

ERP software

Hilo certification

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment; locating the source of problems and observing mechanical devices; removing defective parts and dismantling equipment; determining changes in dimensional requirements; adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments, performing routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance; fabricating repair parts; maintaining equipment, parts, and supply inventory; and providing mechanical maintenance information and reports. This position will report to the shift supervisor.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Completes preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines.
• Follows diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and listens for problems.
• Uses precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Uses hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools.
• Uses rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supply inventory.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Additional responsibilities include machine and auxiliary equipment preventative measures.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal communication skills with strong aptitude for operating machinery.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn the production process.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or completion of a qualified apprenticeship program.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Self‑motivated.
• Knowledge of inventory systems.
• Capable of utilizing basic math skills.
• Capable of using scan guns and ERP software.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Hilo certified or able to become certified in operating lift equipment.
• Must be able to clear a drug screen and background check.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing entire shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to bend and twist throughout the entire shift; hearing and/or eye protection required.

Physical Demands of Work Environment

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation as you will frequently walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, operate, activate, inspect, place, detect, position, grasp or squeeze, stoop, kneel, crunch or crow, climb, talk/hear to communicate, detect, converse with discern, convey, exchange information; see to detect, distinguish, identify, inspect, estimate. Perform frequent repetitive movement, lifting, pushing, and pulling; up to 70 lbs., drive vehicles and operate equipment. This position requires assistance from coworkers when handling heavier items since load pallets and skids may be up to 35‑feet long and weigh up to 200 lbs. Must wear required protective clothing.

Work Environment

Be able to work in a loud, noisy, and congested environment. May be exposed to extreme temperatures hot and cold and dusty areas; work is performed inside and outside in all weather conditions; proper protective clothing is required to protect against extreme temperature conditions.

Note

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at‑will” relationship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors.