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We’re currently looking for a Maintenance Technician to join our team in Smyrna, TN. The Maintenance Technician will support Maintenance Manufacturing departments by providing support in equipment breakdown activities. This position contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.

**Candidates must be open to working any shift, including weekend shift and overtime as required. **

Nissan offers attractive rates based on experience, starting at $31.00 per hour up to $45.28 per hour

- Premium pay for shift work
- Bonus potential 
- 16 paid holidays per year
- Paid vacation
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, hearing, prescription drug, and life, effective the first day of employment
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Vehicle lease/purchase program
- On-site pharmacy and credit union
- Onsite amenities: 75-acre park, fitness facility, golf driving range, tennis courts, and swimming pool

The successful candidate will provide support to the vehicle manufacturing operation by maintaining, repairing, and improving the equipment used to produce high-quality vehicles in our Smyrna manufacturing facility. This position will work collaboratively with the manufacturing technicians and operational leadership to drive continuous improvement and efficiency.

Job Function

The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.

• Understand and follow all safety procedures (lockout, fall protection, hot work, NFPE 70e, etc.)

• Corrective, preventative, proactive, and predictive maintenance

• Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic troubleshooting and repair

• Identify and analyze the root cause of equipment malfunctions and failures

• Implementation of electrical and mechanical design changes

• Execute assigned work orders and documentation while adhering to a “quality of craftsmanship” mindset

Minimum Qualifications:

The following qualification statements reflect the minimum skills and abilities required of the qualified applicant.

• High School Diploma or GED

• (2) years of industrial maintenance experience or a two-year technical degree/certification required.

• Demonstrate problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Must possess the knowledge and ability to demonstrate one of the following:

• Interpretation and troubleshooting of electrical and motor control circuits (24vdc, 120vac, 480vac).

• PLC troubleshooting and basic programming

• Robot path and logic programming, troubleshooting, and repair

• Metal fabrication, mechanical assembly, and building skills (layout, cutting, welding, finishing, etc.)

• Basic machine shop skills (use of micrometers, indicators, hand work (grinding/polishing/spotting), machine tool operation (lathe/mill), etc.)

• Advanced mechanical knowledge of conveyors, rollers, fabrication, and welding

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace.  All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions. 

All of us at Nissan – regardless of functional area or expertise – share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.

**Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.**

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.