Industrial Technician Jobs in Tennessee
Industrial Technician jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in automotive manufacturing, chemical processing, and advanced manufacturing, with strong demand at every level from entry-level maintenance associates to senior process technicians. Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga are the state's busiest hiring centers, where established employers like Volkswagen, Bridgestone Americas, and Eastman Chemical Company maintain large production and maintenance operations. Instrumentation, PLC programming, and preventive maintenance are the most consistently sought specialties across Tennessee postings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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REQUIREMENTS:
- 6 months Industrial Maintenance experience - *Please attach your resume to show case your talent*
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY: Maintenance Generalist - Goodlettsville Case Ready Plant
Schedule/Hours:
Pay - Depends on skill level
As a Maintenance Generalist, you will work cross-functionally across all areas of our facility and play a key role in maintaining equipment performance and operational efficiency. Maintenance Generalists are essential to ensuring Team Member safety through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provide maintenance support under moderate supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of equipment and facility systems.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
- Conduct emergency mechanical and electrical repairs as needed.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues involving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Safely apply technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills to production equipment.
- Collaborate effectively with plant personnel to achieve operational and individual performance goals.
- Minimize downtime caused by equipment failure through timely repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Work overtime and weekends as required to support operational needs.
- Maintain and provide personal tools necessary to perform job duties.
- Basic computer skills required for logging maintenance information, processing work orders, and completing documentation.
- Ability to learn and utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Effective communication skills and basic math skills preferred.
- Basic math proficiency, including percentages, fractions, measurements, and calculations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able and willing to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.
- Must be able and willing to stand on hard surfaces for up to 12 hours per shift.
- Must be able and willing to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
- Must be able and willing to walk, climb ladders, operate lifts, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling motions.
- Must be able and willing to perform frequent overhead work.
- Must be able and willing to work in varying temperature conditions ranging from -25°F to over 100°F, including occasional outdoor work.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
NoWork Shift:
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Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in industrial technician jobs across Tennessee.
- Associate degree in industrial technology, mechatronics, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems
- Proficiency in preventive and predictive maintenance practices for manufacturing equipment
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems such as SAP or Maximo
Industrial Technician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a industrial technician in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not require a state-issued license specifically for industrial technicians, so the typical path starts with an Associate of Applied Science in industrial technology, mechatronics, or a related field from a Tennessee College of Applied Technology or a community college. Employers value hands-on credentials such as OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification and manufacturer-specific training in PLCs or instrumentation. Many Tennessee manufacturers, especially in the automotive corridor, hire graduates directly into technician apprenticeships.
Which companies hire industrial technicians in Tennessee?
Tennessee industrial technician roles are posted by laborup, Lee Company, and Hankook Tire and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's concentration of automotive assembly plants, chemical producers, and tire manufacturers creates consistent year-round demand across the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most industrial technician jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Clarksville account for the largest share of industrial technician openings in Tennessee. Nashville's broad manufacturing and distribution base drives much of the volume, while Chattanooga benefits from the Volkswagen assembly plant and its supplier network, and Memphis is anchored by large logistics, food processing, and chemical operations along the Mississippi River corridor.
Are there remote industrial technician jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of industrial technician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which reflects how hands-on the work typically is. The portions most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules are documentation, process improvement planning, and remote monitoring of automated systems rather than direct equipment maintenance.
How can I get hired as a industrial technician in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a one- or two-year program at a Tennessee College of Applied Technology, where campuses across the state offer industrial maintenance and mechatronics programs designed to place graduates directly with local manufacturers. Large Tennessee employers like Bridgestone and Eastman Chemical run structured apprenticeships and co-op programs for candidates without prior industry experience. Coming in as a machine operator, production associate, or facilities maintenance helper and earning an OSHA-10 certification gives candidates a strong edge when applying for technician openings.
Where can I find and apply to industrial technician jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to industrial technician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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