Maintenance Technician - 1st shift

Comfort Research•Lewisburg, TN

54d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician (Facilities & Operations) ensures reliable operation of manufacturing and facility systems by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment. This role is hands-on, working closely with engineers, vendors, and operations to reduce downtime and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in industrial or facilities maintenance.
Strong troubleshooting and repair skills with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, and technical manuals.
Experience with facility systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, chillers).
Familiarity with extrusion processes and material handling preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Flexibility to work off-hours and respond to emergency calls.
Technical certification or vocational training preferred

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with extrusion processes and material handling preferred.
Technical certification or vocational training preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the Core Values of Comfort Research in daily actions, execution of tasks and interactions with others.
Use hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
Conduct routine inspections of machinery, identifying and addressing any mechanical, electrical, or operational issues to prevent breakdowns and maintain production schedules.
Diagnose equipment malfunctions using various tools and techniques, and implement effective repair solutions in a timely manner.
Prepare new machines for production and conduct safety and efficiency testing.
Collect data on equipment performance and recommend improvements to reduce downtime.
Perform general facilities maintenance tasks, including HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, and building infrastructure, to ensure a safe and functional work environment.
Coordinate with external vendors/contractors for specialized maintenance work.
Monitor and maintain inventory levels of spare parts, tools, and supplies for both production machinery and facility maintenance needs.
Ensure strict adherence to lockout/tagout (LOTO), OSHA, NFPA, and other regulatory requirements in all maintenance activities.
Provide training and guidance to staff as needed, sharing knowledge and best practices for equipment maintenance and facility management.
Provide after-hours technical support and coordinate emergency maintenance response when needed.
Support Operations Team in shared goals & initiatives.
HAVE FUN!
Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan that begins accruing upon hire for eligible Ambassadors
Culture Awards program with opportunities to win cash prizes or extra PTO in addition to company-wide recognition
Several paid holidays throughout the year
Employee Assistance Program
Growing family bonus & extra PTO for new parents
Referral Bonus program
401(k) program with generous company match
A variety of health insurance plans to choose from with company contributions to premiums
Dental, vision, and other ancillary insurance coverages available
Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage
Company-paid Life Insurance policy
Free product allowances & product discounts