Maintenance Jobs in Tennessee
Maintenance jobs in Tennessee are open across Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like Hyosung, Johnson Controls, and Quanta Manufacturing Nashville hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition ID: 14755
Location:
Gordonsville, TN, US, 38563
Department: Hourly Maintenance, Electricians & Mechanics
Travel: Up to 25%
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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.
With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.
A World of Difference. Made Possible.
Responsibilities:
Performs basic electrical/mechanical troubleshooting installations and repairs. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and facilities as assigned. These tasks are done to ensure that equipment and buildings are maintained to a high level of dependability.
Daily supervision is required to assure that specific job assignments are completed in a safe and timely fashion. To ensure that work performed is a present skill level and abilities are present to advance to a higher craft level in the future.
- Must be supportive and involved in GPI efforts for LEAN, 5’s, Six Sigma and other Continuous Improvement programs and processes.
- Strives to clearly understand customer requirements and delivers results to meet or exceed customer expectations.
- Ability and responsibility to stop any process that is not meeting food safety requirements.
- Ability and responsibility to stop any process that is not meeting customer quality requirements. Works in a safe manner and assures co-workers work in a safe manner. Reports safety hazards immediately to appropriate individual. Continues to expand safety awareness by participating in annual safety training programs.
- Performs basic electrical/mechanical preventive maintenance to assure minimum machine downtime.
- Performs electrical/mechanical component replacement, assuring compliance with work order instructions.
- Resolves electrical/mechanical emergency breakdowns on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Performs electrical/mechanical installations as directed.
- Create notifications on work that needs to be completed with parts added.
- Close out work orders when work has been completed.
- Review incoming Maintenance Notifications and Revise as needed.
- Maintains adequate records of work performed on equipment and corrective action taken.
- Displays good work habits that will set good examples for co-workers. Continually monitors and maintains work areas to keep them clean and well organized.
- Responsible for compliance with all facility food safety, food defense, and quality policies and procedures including product safety (GMPs)/Sanitation policies and procedures. Employee must continually work to promote the orderliness and cleanliness of their work area in support of 5’s and other company standards.
- Must be supportive of GPI’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values (Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork).
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
- Knowledge of the safe use and care of tools.
- Knowledge and use of lock out / tag out procedures.
- Knowledge of basic industrial electricity high and low voltage AC/DC.
- Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams.
- Basic Computer skills, data entry.
- Practice good housekeeping.
- Obey all safety rules, regulations, and policies.
Required Experience:
- High school diploma or General Education degree (GED); vocational school; demonstrated mechanical ability; six or more months related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have knowledge of industrial electricity, pipefitting, water, gas air, and hydraulic lines.
- Must have a good working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatics.
- Regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.
- Good hand-eye coordination is essential.
- Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds.
- Frequently exposed to fumes, or airborne particles.
- Must work near moving mechanical parts, and occasionally in outside weather conditions.
- Exposure to extreme heat, cold and humidity for short periods of time.
Job Location:
Gordonsville, Tennessee, United States
Position Type:
Maintenance, Technician
Job Description:
12 HOUR NIGHT SHIFT
WORK SCHEDULES:
- Rotating 3-2-2 Schedule (rotating days of the week)
- 12-hour shifts (6:00 PM to 6:00 AM)
- Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends and overtime to fill in for vacations and as needed.
GPI’s Benefit Program:
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) w/employer matching
- Health & Welfare Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Various Voluntary benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email accommodations@graphicpkg.com.
Nearest Major Market: Nashville
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Maintenance Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Hyosung14

- Johnson Controls13

- Quanta Manufacturing Nashville13

- LEE COMPANY11

- McDonald's11

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing79
- Chemicals & Materials45
- Construction & Real Estate34
- Automotive31
- Electronics & Hardware31
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in maintenance jobs across Tennessee.
- High school diploma or GED with two or more years of hands-on maintenance experience
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and basic electrical and plumbing repairs
- Valid EPA 608 certification for roles involving HVAC or refrigerant handling
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety certification preferred or required
- Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and maintenance work orders
- Valid driver's license for facilities or multi-site maintenance positions
Maintenance Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many maintenance jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 530+ maintenance openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
How much do maintenances make in Tennessee?
Maintenances in Tennessee earn a median of about $47,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $33,810 for the lowest 10% to over $68,990 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Tennessee cities have the most maintenance jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville have the most maintenance openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire maintenances in Tennessee?
Employers hiring maintenances in Tennessee include Hyosung, Johnson Controls, and Quanta Manufacturing Nashville, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote maintenance jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 2% of maintenance openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for maintenance jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to maintenance jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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