Machine Maintenance Technician in Knoxville, Tennessee at Beehive Industries, LLC

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Knoxville, Tennessee facility.

The Machine Maintenance Technician works closely with manufacturing, engineering, and operations teams to support the maintenance, repair, and reliability of CNC machining and AM production equipment. This role performs preventative maintenance, assists with troubleshooting equipment issues, and helps maintain facility and production equipment to maximize uptime. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, foundational troubleshooting skills, and enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do...

Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following all procedures, rules, and regulations

Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections on CNC machines and production support equipment

Assist with intermediate troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems with limited supervision

Support repairs, adjustments, and component replacements in collaboration with senior technicians

Help with machine installations, equipment moves, leveling, and startup activities

Complete daily, weekly, and scheduled maintenance tasks with growing independence

Use maintenance ticketing systems to document work performed and update task status

Communicate equipment issues and status updates to senior technicians and supervisors

Use basic hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment safely and correctly

Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives as directed

Assist the maintenance team with general tasks to support production uptime

You have...

Education

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Experience

0–2 years of industrial maintenance, mechanical, or manufacturing experience preferred

1–2 years of hands-on exposure to CNC machining or industrial equipment environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

Basic understanding of mechanical systems and equipment operation

Foundational ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

Ability to follow detailed work instructions, procedures, and safety requirements

Familiarity with basic hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude with developing troubleshooting capability

Good communication and teamwork skills in a manufacturing environment

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office and maintenance tracking systems; CMMS exposure preferred)

Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced production environment

Strong attention to detail with focus on safety and quality

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice to have...

Exposure to CNC machines or precision manufacturing environments

Ability to read basic mechanical drawings or technical documentation

Familiarity with compressed air systems, coolant systems, pumps, or industrial piping

Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or material handling equipment

Interest in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, or continuous improvement practices

Military, automotive, or entry-level industrial maintenance background

Familiarity with CMMS platforms such as Limble or similar systems

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout a manufacturing environment for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 25–45 lbs occasionally and up to 10 lbs frequently

Ability to use hands and tools for mechanical tasks and equipment operation

Ability to work in a production environment with required PPE

Ability to climb, kneel, crouch, or reach as needed for maintenance tasks

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.