Maintenance Technician

MAT Industries Inc., a proud member of MAT Holdings Inc., is a leading manufacturer of air compressors and air brake tanks in the Jackson community located at 213 Industrial Dr., Jackson, TN 38301. World‑class domestic manufacturing facilities allow MAT Industries to offer high‑quality air compressors, air tools, and accessories to retailers under brands such as Powermate®, Industrial Air®, Industrial Air Contractor®, and Sanborn® as well as private labels. Our air compressors are sold through retailers, including major home centers, hardware co‑ops, independents, and farm and fleet stores around the US. This role includes a $1,000 sign‑on bonus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Career Advancement Program, training and development
• Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Voluntary Life / AD&D and Employer Provided Life/AD&D

Job Summary

This person will perform maintenance & repairs on production and facility related equipment, while maintaining a clean & safe work environment.

Essential Functions

• Promote safe work practices by following company safety policies
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks & repairs on equipment and facilities
• Identify potential issues that may lead to equipment downtime and suggest ways to prevent future breakdowns
• Order repair parts for maintenance repairs to equipment and facilities
• Identify critical parts and make recommendations on additional spare parts inventory
• Assist Maintenance Technicians as needed
• Maintain a clean work area and promote company 5S policies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a two‑year vocational maintenance training program or apprenticeship program emphasizing industrial maintenance
• 5+ years’ experience in an industrial maintenance role, with strong mechanical & electrical skills
• Working knowledge of PLCs, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Ability to identify problems and implement corrective actions to prevent equipment downtime
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, drawings, and service manuals
• Computer literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job Prerequisites

• Ability to meet attendance standards; all full‑time employees are required to work a 40‑hour week (additional hours may be necessary to accomplish required tasks and meet deadlines)
• Highly motivated and well‑organized
• Maintain high personal standards of quality
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and effectively communicate with management and direct reports
• Ability to recognize communication gaps and appropriately address them
• Excellent problem‑solving and team motivational skills
• Must be flexible, adapt to work environment changes, and manage competing demands
• Flexible hours may be required when necessary to reach company goals
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritize, and work with a large variety of individuals, including production personnel, maintenance personnel, manufacturing engineers, management and outside contractors

Physical Demands, Mental Requirements, and Work Environment

• Subject to extended periods of sitting depending on the nature of the issues at hand
• Occasional lifting of boxes and bending or crouching
• Ability to hear accurately the spoken word with moderate office noise or plant noise
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to a given workload
• Ability to follow work rules and company policies
• Ability to meet deadlines and effectively deal with office stress
• Ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Ability to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions without immediate supervision
• Maintain confidentiality of certain information

Specific Safety Requirements

• Ability to follow safety and security practices