Maintenance Technician Jobs in Forest Hills, TN

A Maintenance Technician in the manufacturing industry is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient operation of machinery and equipment. They perform routine checks, diagnose faults, undertake repairs, and carry out preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions to production processes. They may also assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensure safety and compliance standards are met, and provide technical assistance to other staff. They often work in collaboration with other technicians, engineers, and production personnel.

Key skills for this role include mechanical and electrical aptitude, problem-solving capabilities, and a keen attention to detail. A strong understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems is also beneficial. They should possess the ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals. Certain certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) or relevant trade certifications may be required. Prior roles a person might have before progressing to a Maintenance Technician include Maintenance Assistant, Production Operator, or an Apprentice in a relevant trade such as Electrician or Mechanic.

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Field Service Technician - Customer Service

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 7 hours ago

Step into the role of a Field Service Technician and become the driving force behind optimizing industrial automation and packaging equipment....

Parks Maintenance Worker

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Overview End Date: 9/30/2025 Date Posted: 7/2/2025 Job Code: MaintWkrD Location: Parks Address: 109 3rd Ave S City: Franklin State: TN Country: United States of America Description Starting Pay:...

Coating Technician

  • Antioch, TN (9 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Antioch, TN (9 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Set up small cutting tools, batch them up, load and prep them for the coating machine. Once coated, remove tools from the coating machine and prepare them for packing....

Maintenance Engineer - Opry

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 1 day ago

repair switches, plugs and light fixtures; change lights at extreme heights, etc.), plumbing systems (flush valves, faucets, drains, etc.), and appliance repair and installation (coffee makers, popcorn machines...

In-Process Quality Technician

  • Mount Juliet, TN (23 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (23 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Smyrna In-Process Quality Inspector Job Description An In-process Quality Process Inspector uses his/her technical knowledge and experience of the manufacturing process and testing to conduct...

Transitioning Military Service Members, Maintenance Technician

  • Mount Juliet, TN (23 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Juliet, TN (23 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Our Opportunity: Chewy, the fastest growing e-commerce business in the market today, is seeking passionate and self-motivated Transitioning Military Service Members to join our growing Maintenance...

Field Service Technician - Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Heres what youll do: Install, Repair, Troubleshoot, Service and Calibrate high tech machines at customer locations....

Remote Work

General Maintenance Technician - Goodlettsville ( B Shift)

  • Goodlettsville, TN (17 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Goodlettsville, TN (17 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Requirements Six months general or industrial maintenance background is required to be the top candidate....

Maintenance Technician 2nd Shift

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 6 days ago

You Are Best Suited for The Role If You Have The Following Experience, Skills, and Qualifications 1-2 year(s) prior industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing environment required....

Maintenance Tech Level 1(Apprentice)

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 6 days ago

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop...

Precision Measurement Service Technician

  • Fairview, TN (17 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fairview, TN (17 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 6 days ago

use of Instrumentation, Gages, and Precision Measurement Equipment; calibration program management, and Measurement Principles....

Maintenance Technician

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Maintenance MechanicWorking on bagging and mixing machines for concrete Skills Troubleshooting, electrical, maintenance technician, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, repair...

Facilities Maintenance Technician

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Facilities Maintenance Technician The Majestic Photobooth Co....

TRAVEL - Field Service Technician

  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (6 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Heavy travel role (250 days out of the year will be travel). Strong preference for somebody who lives within an hour from an airport. Does not have to be near Nashville, TN - open to other US...

Maintenance Technician

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Forest Hills, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Effectively communicate with machine manufacturer service and parts departments Qualifications: 3-5 years of Industrial Maintenance experience Mechanical experience with CNC equipment, servo drive systems...

Demographic Data for Forest Hills, TN

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Forest Hills, TN

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Maintenance Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Maintenance Technicians in Forest Hills, TN offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.7%
Bachelor's Degree
23.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
10.1%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Maintenance Technicians in Forest Hills, TN
2-4 years
30.3%
Less than 1 year
25.2%
6-8 years
14.0%
1-2 years
13.5%
10+ years
11.0%
None
3.1%
4-6 years
2.2%
8-10 years
0.7%



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