Weekend Electromechanical Technician - Hands-On Automation

Default Brand; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid Vacation

Employee Discount

Professional Development

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ashley Furniture is seeking an Electromechanical Technician for weekend shifts in Tupelo, MS. You will maintain and repair electromechanical drives, sensors, and automated machinery to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing electrical and mechanical failures, troubleshooting with PLCs and HMIs, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. Strong PLC and hydraulics/pneumatics experience preferred. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification in Electromechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or related field (Associate degree preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills with ability to work safely on 480V three-phase power systems
• Mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience servicing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, power transmission equipment, and industrial machinery
• PLC experience - ability to read ladder logic and troubleshoot programmable controllers (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar platforms)
• Blueprint reading proficiency - interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical failures on production equipment including conveyors, automated machinery, CNC equipment, robotics, and material handling systems
• Troubleshoot complex systems using electrical schematics, PLC logic, mechanical drawings, and diagnostic equipment to identify root causes and implement solutions
• Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment following established schedules, including inspection, lubrication, adjustment, and replacement of components
• Work with electrical systems ranging from 120V to 480V including motor controls, VFDs, sensors, relays, contactors, and control panels
• Service mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, drives, and power transmission equipment
• Program and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs), HMIs, and building automation systems
• Respond to emergency breakdowns quickly and efficiently to minimize production downtime and restore equipment to operational status
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, maintenance activities, and equipment history in CMMS
• Ensure safety compliance by following lockout/tagout procedures, OSHA regulations, and company safety standards
• Collaborate with production teams to schedule maintenance during planned downtime and communicate equipment status to supervisors and management

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

PLC ladder logic

Blueprint reading

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Electromechanical Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

CMMS

HMI programming

Job description

Ashley Furniture is seeking an Electromechanical Technician for weekend shifts in Tupelo, MS. You will maintain and repair electromechanical drives, sensors, and automated machinery to support manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities include diagnosing electrical and mechanical failures, troubleshooting with PLCs and HMIs, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety standards. Strong PLC and hydraulics/pneumatics experience preferred. Competitive benefits offered.