Multicraft Maintenance Tech: PLCs, Conveyors & MES

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Spring Hill (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

[Unknown] in Spring Hill, TN is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment to maximize uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires a background in mechanical and electrical maintenance, experience with PLC-controlled equipment, conveyor systems, and MES, and the ability to diagnose complex issues. Full-time on-site with competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or industrial maintenance certification preferred.
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience with pneumatic systems and power transmission components.
• Experience replacing bearings, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, and drive assemblies.
• Ability to operate lathes, milling machines, and TIG welding equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs and ControlLogix systems.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical systems, controls, and automation.
• Experience with conveyor systems and automated material handling equipment.
• Working knowledge of DeviceNet networks.
• Experience supporting MES-integrated manufacturing operations preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic systems, including cylinders, valves, regulators, and pneumatic controls.
• Perform repairs and replacements on gearboxes, bearings, drive shafts, sprockets, and drive chains.
• Operate manual machine shop equipment, including lathes and milling machines.
• Perform TIG welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
• Repair and maintain manufacturing fixtures, tooling, and assembly aids.
• Conduct preventative and predictive maintenance activities on production equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, contactors, relays, power supplies, fuses, VFDs, PLC I/O cards, RF readers, and proximity sensors.
• Diagnose electrical failures and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Work with Allen-Bradley PLCs and ControlLogix systems.
• Support and troubleshoot automated conveyor systems and associated controls.
• Understand and troubleshoot DeviceNet communication networks.
• Assist with controls modifications and system improvements as needed.
• Troubleshoot interactions between PLC-controlled equipment and MES.
• Support production systems by diagnosing communication and interface issues between manufacturing software and plant equipment.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems for documentation, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.

Job description

[Unknown] in Spring Hill, TN is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and automated equipment to maximize uptime in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires a background in mechanical and electrical maintenance, experience with PLC-controlled equipment, conveyor systems, and MES, and the ability to diagnose complex issues. Full-time on-site with competitive pay based on experience.