Maintenance Technician I - 1st Shift

Accelevation LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company...

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis​

First time homebuyer program

Collaborative, high-energy workplace

Job summary

Accelevation LLC in Memphis, TN is seeking a Maintenance Technician I (1st Shift) to monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain the paint line and related mechanical systems. You will work closely with Production and Quality teams to ensure equipment reliability and safe operation.

The role requires 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting, strong mechanical skills, and an electrical background is a plus. Onsite work with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification, trade school or apprenticeship preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Experience with conveyors, motors, pumps and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and support paint line operations to ensure uptime and quality.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment and related systems.
• Replace, repair, and rebuild components including motors, bearings and sensors.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain maintenance records and work orders; support safety procedures and lockout/tagout.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork / independence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification or apprenticeship

Job description

About Accelevation

We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.

Maintenance Technician I - 1st Shift

Location: Memphis, TN - Onsite

About Accelevation

We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.

Your Impact

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining manufacturing equipment with a primary focus on the paint line and related mechanical systems. Reporting to the Team Coach, Maintenance, this role ensures equipment reliability, minimizes downtime, and supports safe, efficient production operations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, with a solid mechanical foundation and a preferred electrical background.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and support paint line operations to ensure consistent performance, quality, and uptime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment as issues arise.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, pumps, motors, and related systems.
• Replace, repair, and rebuild components including motors, bearings, gearboxes, sensors, and controls.
• Diagnose equipment failures, identify root causes, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Support equipment installation, upgrades, and process improvements as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to support manufacturing goals.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance processes, and overall plant performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification, trade school, or apprenticeship in Maintenance, Electrical, or Industrial Technology preferred.
• 5+ years of hands‑on maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Working knowledge of industrial equipment including conveyors, motors, pumps, and automated systems.
• Experience supporting paint lines or coating systems strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, manuals, and schematics.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a sense of urgency and ownership.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Electrical background preferred, including experience with:
• Basic industrial electrical systems
• Sensors, relays, and motor controls
• Reading electrical schematics (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• First time homebuyer program
• Collaborative, high‑energy workplace

Our Core Values

• Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment
• Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds
• Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile
• Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
• Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind
• Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Employees must be able to talk, hear, and frequently sit, with occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Regular lifting up to 25 lbs and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs is required. Vision requirements include close and color vision and focus adjustment. Work may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, chemicals, electrical hazards, and explosives. Noise levels can be very loud, requiring ear protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values - we build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre‑hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm emp