Maintenance Technician 1

Great Dane LLC; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

+$2/hour night shift premium

Wages from $17/hour up to $23/hour

Job summary

Great Dane LLC in Huntsville, TN is seeking a Maintenance Technician to diagnose, troubleshoot, and determine root causes of malfunctions in production equipment. You’ll perform repairs across electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and work with metalworking tools to fabricate or repair parts.

You’ll join a safety‑driven team with overtime opportunities, an emphasis on hands‑on learning, and a culture that values craftsmanship and reliability. Prior experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to use pneumatic power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Listen for unusual sounds to detect machine malfunctions and discuss operation variations with supervisors to diagnose problems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and test machines to determine root causes of malfunctions.
• Dismantle machines and equipment to access problem areas and install repaired parts.
• Inspect parts for wear, misalignment, or other issues and replace as needed.
• Set up and operate metalworking tools to repair or fabricate parts.
• Read and interpret schematics/blueprints as part of maintenance tasks.

Skills

Pneumatic power tools

Read tape measure

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Job description

Overview

THE PERKS

• Two weeks paid vacation
• +$2/hour night shift premium
• Wages from $17/hour up to $23/hour

THE DETAILS

• Monday-Thursday
• 1st shift is 6:00AM-2:30PM & 2nd shift is 3:30PM-12:00AM
• Available overtime
• No previous experience required

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The Position: The Maintenance Technician will report directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. The position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ability to diagnose, trouble shoot, and determine root cause of malfunctions. Responsible for repairs and facility maintenance. This includes electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components of production machines and equipment such as metal fabricating machine tools, material handling systems, and automated lubrication system by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Diagnoses, trouble shoots, and tests machines and equipment to determine root cause of malfunctions.
• Dismantles machines and equipment to gain access to problem area.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Inspects and measures parts to detect wear, misalignment, or other problems.
• Removes and replaces worn or defective parts of drive mechanism or hydraulic system.
• Realigns and adjusts components such as spindles, clutches ball screws.
• Locates damaged air and hydraulic pipes on machine, and measures, cuts, threads, and installs new pipe.
• Starts machines and equipment to test operation following repair. Repairs broken parts. Sets up and operates metalworking tools such as lathe, drill press, or grinder, to make or repair parts.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery. Ability to read and interpret schematics / blueprints.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.
• Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other structures.

Qualifications

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Employee must be able to use pneumatic power tools and equipment of all types.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Employee must look for potential cost savings in the work process, help keep scrap and waste to a minimum and be efficient in use of all supplies.
• The employee must perform the assigned tasks in a way they meet or exceed the required production level.
• Employee must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Employee must have a strong customer service orientation and ability to maintain a professional, friendly demeanor.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and other measuring tools.
• Ability to work with hands and to work in mechanically oriented situations following supervisor’s instruction.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to follow instructions, given either verbally or in writing.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and plant environment.
• Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day. Ability to see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel,
• twist, crawl, carry, climb (including ladders), work overhead, push and pull.
• Ability to do heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) multiple times daily in an 8-to-12-hour shift.
• Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 180 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
• Employees must wear all mandated PPE which includes, at a minimum, protection for the eyes, ears, hands, head, body, and feet.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions.
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer