Maintenance Technician — Rotating Nights (7pm-7am)

Smurfit Westrock; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to support the plant's drive toward a high-performing, safe operation. The position operates on a rotating night shift from 7pm to 7am, ensuring continuous production through proactive maintenance and quick issue resolution.

You should have a high school diploma, be able to read electrical and mechanical drawings, and be computer literate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; military training/technical school preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings
• Fully computer literate with Microsoft environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• General knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and mechanical/electrical aptitude (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and basic repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment
• Troubleshoot common equipment issues, assist with breakdown repairs, and support senior technicians to reduce downtime
• Follow plant safety rules including LOTO, JHA, and housekeeping standards
• Complete work orders, PMs, and documentation accurately while communicating issues and maintenance needs
• Support team operations by learning equipment functions and assisting with training and continuous improvement

Skills

Reading drawings

PLC troubleshooting

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to support the plant's drive toward a high-performing, safe operation. The position operates on a rotating night shift from 7pm to 7am, ensuring continuous production through proactive maintenance and quick issue resolution.

You should have a high school diploma, be able to read electrical and mechanical drawings, and be computer literate.