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Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician

Laborup

Vonore, TNFull-time$31–33/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$31–33/hr
Location
Vonore, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Laborup is hiring a Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician. The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician will keep highly automated production operations running smoothly in a fast-paced corporate manufacturing environment. This role requires confidence in both mechanical and electrical disciplines, with strong troubleshooting instincts to identify and resolve root causes. The position emphasizes electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, ladder logic, and robotic CNC cells, alongside critical mechanical work like precision machine alignments. A robust training program is provided to advance skills in PLCs and automation.

Key focus areas include Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues quickly and safely across highly automated machinery., Diagnose complex low-voltage controls, sensors, motors, and relays., and Navigate and read ladder logic across multiple PLC platforms..

Successful candidates bring 3+ Years Industrial Maintenance Experience, True Multi-Craft Capability, and Strong Electrical PLC Aptitude. Important skills include Troubleshooting, Mechanical Disciplines, Electrical Disciplines, PLCs, Ladder Logic, and Robotic CNC Cells.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

TroubleshootingMechanical DisciplinesElectrical DisciplinesPLCsLadder LogicRobotic CNC CellsPrecision Machine AlignmentsElectrical DiagnosticsLow-Voltage ControlsSensorsMotorsRelaysAutomated CNC Machining CellsRobotic ArmsIntegrated Automation SystemsCNC MillsGrindersWashersAutomated Material Handling SystemsBall ScrewsRuby on RailsGoogle SlidesFixturesJigsHydraulic SystemsPneumatic SystemsPumpsCylindersPneumatic ValvesActuatorsRegulatorsPreventive MaintenancePredictive MaintenanceDocumentationCommunicationElectrical Fault TracingEquipment TeardownsCorrecting AlignmentsFluid Power Systems

Qualifications

3+ Years Industrial Maintenance Experience in Automated Manufacturing EnvironmentTrue Multi-Craft CapabilityStrong Electrical / PLC AptitudeMechanical PrecisionHydraulics & Pneumatics Troubleshooting and RepairTroubleshooting MindsetComfortable With Typical Automated Plant ConditionsComfortable Working Inside Machine CellsComfortable Standing/Moving for 12-Hour ShiftsTCAT or Other Technical Training/CertificationsStrong Tenure Across Work HistoryProven Reliability

Full job description

Overview:

We are seeking a true Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician to keep our heavily automated production operations running at a high level. In this fast-paced corporate manufacturing environment, you must be confident working across both mechanical and electrical disciplines, with strong troubleshooting instincts and the ability to work problems from symptoms to root cause.

Because our floor is highly automated, this role requires a strong emphasis on electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, ladder logic, and robotic CNC cells. In addition to real-time breakdown response, you will be responsible for critical mechanical work, including precision machine alignments. For the right technician, we provide a robust, formalized training program to help bridge technical gaps and continually advance your skills in PLCs and automation.

If you're a skilled multi-craft maintenance technician, looking for a great long term home with training and benefits, this is the company for you!

Shift

  • Rotating 12 hour shifts

  • 4 on, 4 off schedule

  • Evening Shift: 6:00pm - 6:30am Compensation

  • Total Pay: $32.67 - $34.67 / hr

  • Base Pay: $31 – $33

  • Shift Differential: $1.67 / hr for 3rd shift

  • Guaranteed Overtime Raises

  • Tenure Increases: Scheduled step-up pay increases every 6 months

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot Under Pressure – Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues quickly and safely across highly automated machinery; approach each problem with a structured mindset to restore equipment and prevent repeat failures.
  • Electrical & PLC Diagnostics – Troubleshoot complex low-voltage controls, sensors, motors, and relays. Navigate and read ladder logic across multiple platforms (facility utilizes up to 8 different PLC systems).
  • Robotics & Automated Cells – Support, troubleshoot, and maintain automated CNC machining cells, robotic arms, and integrated automation systems.
  • Precision Mechanical Maintenance – Repair, rebuild, and maintain equipment such as CNC mills, grinders, washers, and automated material handling systems.
  • Critical Machine Alignment – Perform high-precision alignment and tracking for crucial machine components, including ball screws, rails, slides, fixtures, and jigs.
  • Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems – Maintain and repair pumps, cylinders, pneumatic valves, actuators, regulators, and other high-use hydraulic/pneumatic components.
  • Preventive & Predictive Maintenance – Execute scheduled PMs and proactively flag developing issues within automated cells before they become downtime events.
  • Documentation & Shift Handoff – Log work performed, downtime causes, and parts usage; communicate clearly with shift leads and senior technicians during handoffs to keep work moving seamlessly. Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

  • Experience – 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience in an automated manufacturing environment.

  • True Multi-Craft Capability – Demonstrated ability to handle both mechanical and electrical breakdowns independently.

  • Strong Electrical / PLC Aptitude – Ability to read ladder logic, trace electrical faults, and troubleshoot PLC-driven equipment.

  • Mechanical Precision – Experience with equipment teardowns, rebuilding cylinders, and correcting alignments on rails, slides, and ball screws.

  • Hydraulics & Pneumatics – Confident in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic cylinders, valves, and fluid power systems.

  • Troubleshooting Mindset – Strong diagnostic approach; ability to walk into unfamiliar automation problems, isolate the issue, and execute a safe, effective fix. Preferred

  • Robotics Experience – Previous exposure to troubleshooting industrial robotics and automated material handling.

  • Training/Certifications – TCAT, or other technical training/certifications.

  • Tenure – Strong tenure across work history and proven reliability are highly valued. Environmental & Physical:

  • Physical Requirements – Comfortable with typical automated plant conditions, working inside machine cells, and standing/moving for 12-hour shifts.

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