Maintenance Technician Jobs in Lexington, 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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Maintenance Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Industrial Maintenance Technician Job Description Join our team as an Industrial Maintenance Technician where you will play a crucial role in troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical and electrical...

Lean Technician

  • Lexington, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 3 days ago

Lean Technician 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Lexington, TN We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates...

Multi Craft Maintenance Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or equivalent AND completion of a two-year vocational maintenance training program OR apprenticeship program emphasizing industrial maintenance...

Maintenance Technician I - Jackson, TN (TTN)

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 11 days ago

The Maintenance Technician works independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance tasks....

Maintenance Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 16 days ago

Maintenance Technician LOCATION Jackson, TN No Remote TYPE Direct Hire ID TN89-2745614 POSTED Jun 5, 2025 3rd shift 10:30pm-7am 4 days a week Utilize Proteus computerized maintenance management system...

Maintenance Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 16 days ago

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements: Education: High School diploma or GED required Industrial Maintenance Associates degree preferred Experience: 2-5 years experience in robotics tuning, electrical...

Industrial Maintenance Technician III

  • Lexington, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 17 days ago

Transformers Maintenance and Testing Three Phase Motors DC Motors and Motor Controls Servo Motors and Controls Hydraulics Experience Pneumatics Experience Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) Human Machine...

Maintenance Technician Programmer

  • Lexington, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 19 days ago

Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems....

Technician, Service

  • Jackson, TN (21 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (21 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 21 days ago

Visually inspects, tests, and listens to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions. Discusses machine operation variation with customers to diagnose problem and repair machines....

Maintenance Technician (2nds/3rds)

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 22 days ago

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining machinery equipment by performing preventive and predictive maintenance services on all machines and equipment while working alongside...

Industrial Maintenance Technicians Night Shift

  • Lexington, TN
  • 22 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 22 days ago

Overview**We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Maintenance Technician to join our team....

Maintenance Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 27 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 27 days ago

fabrication machines, lifting and materials handling equipment....

Resident Service Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Responsibilities: Primary responsibility will be to install, troubleshoot and repair a variety of industrial products that include, but are not limited to; printing and packaging equipment, cash...

Industrial Engineering Technician II

  • Lexington, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 30+ days ago

machine.Study the steps and time taken of the process and identify opportunities to remove non value-added steps.Use time devices (such as stop watch or video camera) to determine Labor Times and Machine...

Machine Technician

  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, TN (24 miles from Lexington, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Assist in machine changeovers/order changes and ensure they are completed in a timely manner. Clean and repair machines as needed. Knowledgeable of 5S and support goals....

Demographic Data for Lexington, TN

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Salary for Maintenance Technician Jobs in Lexington, 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 Lexington, 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 Lexington, 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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