Maintenance Technician

Precision Strip; Vonore (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Strip in Vonore, TN, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure operation of machinery and equipment at our metal processing plant. You will perform diversified maintenance tasks, both planned and unplanned, to minimize downtime and keep production running smoothly.

The role requires reading drawings, diagnosing hydraulics and electrical PLC systems, and performing fabrication work. You will collaborate across shifts and respond quickly to emergencies while maintaining records and

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical drawings.
• Proficient in troubleshooting hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Experience with fabrication and welding processes.
• Technical school accreditation or relevant trade program preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule preventative maintenance and keep maintenance records.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, supplies and equipment.
• Troubleshoot root causes of unplanned repairs and adjust as needed.
• Assist installation and improvement of equipment and facilities.

Skills

Read mechanical drawings

Troubleshoot hydraulics

Troubleshoot electrical (PLC, multi‑m=

Fabrication (welding, plasma, torch)

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Technical school accreditation or trade program

Tools

Multi-meter

PLC knowledge

Hydraulic/pneumatic tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician

As a Maintenance Technician you will ensure operation of machinery and equipment by performing highly diversified maintenance task (both planned and unplanned) at our Vonore, TN metal processing plant.

Every day as the Maintenance Technician you will...

• Collaborate internally and across PSI to schedule preventative maintenance and maintain records appropriately
• Ensure appropriate inventory of spare parts, supplies, and equipment necessary to complete jobs effectively and eliminate downtime
• Troubleshoot the root cause for the unplanned maintenance repair and make adjustments as needed

• Assist the installation and assembly of new equipment and the improvement to equipment and facilities

To thrive in this role, you must...

• Be willing to work Monday-Friday from 5pm - 5am and be readily available for emergency repairs in breakdown situations outside of your normal hours

• Able to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic and electrical drawings
• Have in depth knowledge and ability to troubleshoot hydraulics (pumps, motors, valves, cylinders) and electrical (single phase, DC circuits, PLC, knowledge of three phase, use multi-meter)
• Have in depth knowledge and experience with fabrication (welding, plasma, torch experience)

• Communicate effectively with all levels of organization and between shifts
• Support others to accomplish goals by responding with professionalism and having a strong sense of urgency to make reasonable decisions and swiftly refer to appropriate level if needed
• Looks for ways to continuously improve processes by anticipating problems, seeking best answers and exploring multiple possibilities to offer solutions
• Have proven maintenance experience preferably in manufacturing environment with preferably an accreditation from a technical school or applicable skills trade program

About Precision Strip

As the nation's largest toll processor, Precision Strip strives to do the exceptional every day. We are a team of collaborative problem solvers, dedicated to providing the best customer service. With our in-house engineering and technical group, we believe no problem is too big.

We offer excellent wages and benefits package including medical, dental, life and disability insurance plan, retirement plan, 401(k), paid vacation, paid holidays, and uniforms.

Precision Strip is a drug free workplace and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Learn more about Precision Strip by visiting www.precision-strip.com.