USA Today Co

Electrician/Mechanical Technician

Knoxville, TennesseeFull-time
$30 hourly
About the Job
ELECTRICIAN / MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN
Gannett Publishing Services / USA TODAY CO
Knoxville, TN
 
Up to $30.00 an hour based on experience.
$500 Sign-On Bonus
 
Responsibilities:
  • Troubleshoot and repair automated equipment breakdowns.
  • Use of analog, digital test equipment, and electrical tools.
  • Experience with networked I/O PLC networks and industrial networking.
  • Servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of DC drives and Servo drives.
  • PLC troubleshooting, repair, and replacement.
  • Perform preventative maintenance.
  • Knowledge of NEC and OSHA regulations.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
  
Experience with the following helpful:
  • Ability to perform minor power projects which include conduit and wiring installation.
  • Ability to understand complex electrical and pneumatic control diagrams.
  • Knowledge or ability to use machine shop equipment.
  • HVAC experience.
  • Familiarity with newspaper printing presses and mailroom processing equipment.

On-the-job training where needed
 
Requirements:
  • 3 years of Industrial electrical / maintenance.
  • Experience working with voltages of 600 volts or less and associated equipment.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Motivated.
  • Microsoft office applications or similar.
  • Physical requirements include but are not limited to climbing and working from ladders and steps, working in some confined spaces, periodic moderate to heavy lifting as related to various jobs.
  • Work schedule is nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • The team will assist with training.