Automation Technician Jobs in Tennessee

Automation Technician jobs in Tennessee are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in automotive manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and chemical production, covering entry-level technicians through senior automation engineers. Nashville, Chattanooga, and Memphis are the primary hiring hubs, where companies such as Volkswagen, Bridgestone Americas, and Eastman Chemical maintain large manufacturing and processing operations. Roles specializing in PLC programming, SCADA systems, and robotics integration are the most sought-after across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

Find Automation Technician Jobs

Overview

Open roles15
Top employerFerguson
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring10
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

Showing 5 of 15+ Automation Technician jobs

2nd Shift Automation & Maintenance Technician Distribution Center Starting Pay $30.00
We won't show you this job again
Added 1d ago
2nd Shift Automation & Maintenance Technician Distribution Center Starting Pay $30.00
Ferguson
Lebanon, Tennessee
Inventory Control
Logistics & Inventory
Warehouse Operations
$20.77 - $33.85/hr
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Building Automation Commissioning Technician
We won't show you this job again
Added 4d ago
Building Automation Commissioning Technician
Schneider Electric
Nashville, Tennessee
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Construction
Engineering (Non-Software)
HVAC Technician
$68k - $102k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Access & Automation Installation Technician
We won't show you this job again
Added 2w ago
Access & Automation Installation Technician
Clarksville Fencing
Clarksville, Tennessee
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$16 - $23/hr
On-Site
No high school diploma

Have you applied for this role?

Automation Technician I - D Shift
We won't show you this job again
Added 2w ago
Automation Technician I - D Shift
Altium Packaging
Sparta, Tennessee
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Robotics Engineering

Have you applied for this role?

3rd Shift Automation & Maintenance Technician Distribution Center Starting Pay $33.50
We won't show you this job again
Added 2w ago
3rd Shift Automation & Maintenance Technician Distribution Center Starting Pay $33.50
Ferguson
Lebanon, Tennessee
Automation QA
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
$20.77 - $33.85/hr
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

See All 15 Automation Technician Jobs in Tennessee

Find roles in Tennessee that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Automation Technician Jobs

Automation Technician Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Nashville
3 jobs
Lebanon
2 jobs
Memphis
2 jobs
La Vergne
2 jobs
Smyrna
1 job
Sparta
1 job
Clinton
1 job
Rockwood
1 job
Clarksville
1 job

Automation Technician Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ferguson2 open roles
Quanta Manufacturing Nashville2 open roles
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in automation technician jobs across Tennessee.

  • Associate degree or technical diploma in industrial automation, mechatronics, or electrical technology
  • Hands-on experience programming Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs in a manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency troubleshooting and maintaining automated production or conveyor systems
  • Familiarity with SCADA platforms, HMI configuration, and industrial networking protocols
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and mechanical drawings
  • Experience with robotics systems such as FANUC, ABB, or Yaskawa is strongly preferred

Automation Technician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an automation technician in Tennessee?

Tennessee does not require a state-issued license specifically for automation technicians, so the typical path starts with an associate degree or technical certificate in mechatronics, industrial automation, or electrical technology from a Tennessee College of Applied Technology or a community college. Employers across the state's automotive and manufacturing sectors strongly favor candidates who hold an industry credential such as a NIMS certification or a vendor-specific PLC qualification alongside hands-on lab or co-op experience.

How much do automation technicians make in Tennessee?

Automation technicians in Tennessee earn a median of about $64,720 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,410 for the lowest 10% to over $85,490 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire automation technicians in Tennessee?

Employers hiring automation technicians in Tennessee right now include Ferguson, Quanta Manufacturing Nashville, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's large automotive assembly plants, chemical manufacturers, and food processing facilities generate steady, ongoing demand for technicians who can keep automated lines running.

Which Tennessee cities have the most automation technician jobs?

Nashville, Lebanon, and Memphis have the most automation technician openings in Tennessee. Nashville's broad manufacturing and logistics base drives consistent volume there, while Chattanooga's Volkswagen plant and nearby tier-one suppliers concentrate demand in the southeast, and Memphis benefits from its large distribution, food processing, and chemical industry employers anchored along the Mississippi corridor.

Are there remote automation technician jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of automation technician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The portions of the work most compatible with remote arrangements are off-site PLC programming, system design, and technical documentation reviews before equipment is installed on the plant floor.

How can I get hired as an automation technician in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a technical program at a Tennessee College of Applied Technology, which feeds directly into apprenticeships and co-ops with regional manufacturers. Large employers in Chattanooga and the Middle Tennessee automotive corridor regularly hire graduates into maintenance technician associate or controls technician trainee roles. Earning a NIMS credential or a vendor PLC certification while in school meaningfully strengthens an application, and candidates from adjacent roles such as maintenance electrician or machine operator often transition in laterally.

Where can I find and apply to automation technician jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to automation technician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly.

See All 15 Automation Technician Jobs in Tennessee

Find roles in Tennessee that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Automation Technician Jobs