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Maintenance Technician

UGN, Jackson, Tennessee, us, 38303

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Join UGN: A Thriving Team, A Rewarding Career

At UGN, what truly sets us apart as a great place to work is our culture, which we call The UGN Way. The UGN Way is grounded in our commitment to our values of Respect, Trust, and Communication.

We are an agile organization of empowered Team Members working together to create outstanding results. We are proud of the success we achieve by collaborating exceptionally well, caring for one another, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to high standards.

Why Join UGN?

Be part of a recognized industry leader with a proven track record of success.

Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes Team Member satisfaction and professional growth.

Contribute to a culture grounded in values that foster collaboration and innovation.

Make an impact both professionally and in the community.

At UGN, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a team that’s committed to excellence, empowerment, and making every Team Member feel valued. Explore the UGN Way today, and let’s create the future together.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and discover your place on the UGN team.

Welcome to UGN Jackson, Tennessee—a thriving hub of innovation and community spirit since 2002. What started with just 52 Team Members has grown into a dynamic team of over 300 dedicated Team Members, working together in a cutting-edge, 220,000-square-foot facility equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies.

UGN Jackson—where innovation meets heart, and excellence powers community!

The Maintenance Technician role is responsible for maintaining production and facilities equipment by performing preventive, predictive, project, and reactive maintenance services on all UGN machines and equipment as required by individual plant configurations. This position is located at our plant in Jackson, TN. Our current openings are for 2nd Shift (2:30pm-11pm) and 3rd Shift (10:30p-7:00a).

What you will bring to UGN:

Utilize Proteus computerized maintenance management system for work scheduling, obtaining location and reordering of replacement spare parts, and recording work performed for equipment history.

Observe mechanical devices in operation and use your senses and devices to identify the need for repair or maintenance.

Collaborate with maintenance staff as needed for the correct diagnosis and repair of machines.

Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment.

Dismantle equipment to gain access to remove adjust or replace consumable components, or install new or repaired parts in defective machine and/or equipment.

Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.

Operate testing devices, welders, drill press, grinders, oxy fuel and propane torches, saws to maintain machines and equipment.

Inspect, clean, lubricate, and repair truck loading dock plates to maintain in operational order.

Replace electric motor bearings and rewire motors.

Test automated machinery and verify repairs.

Test and replace faulty mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.

Inspect and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of facility equipment, including re-securing contact terminations. Inspect and test equipment such as transformers, motors, controls, lighting fixtures, wiring, and component parts.

Inspect and repair or replace faulty electrical components such as printed circuit boards.

Communicate task completed to team leaders and supervisors before leaving the area.

Communicate faulty conditions found during equipment evaluations to the Maintenance Coordinator and Technicians for follow-up repair or replacement beyond your experience level.

Communicate the required supply of essential spare parts.

Maintain production and facilities equipment manuals library relating to the facility.

Maintain up-to-date equipment history.

Maintain training level to perform adequate maintenance performance.

Other duties may be assigned.

What you will bring to UGN:

Associate degree from a college or technical school preferred.

3+ years plus related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedures and equipment manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Knowledge of Office applications such as Word, Excel, and Internet software.

May be required to have/obtain licenses to operate powered industrial trucks, boom lifts, scissor lifts, or other types of equipment used to facilitate equipment repairs and accessibility.

Allen-Bradley PLC programming experience preferred.

Desire strong mechanical and electrical experience in a manufacturing environment, as well as strong troubleshooting/problem-solving skills

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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