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Maintenance Technician - Knoxville, TN

VIOC · Knoxville, TN

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Industry
Industrial
Posted
5 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at VIOC (industrial) in Knoxville, TN. Kneel, stoop, crouch or crawl.

Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $62k–$88k.

Median of the low and high ends of 74 live postings that list pay, out of 2992 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 108 other live reliability postings in Tennessee.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • PLC 45%
  • ✓ Team leadership 44%
  • Welding 38%
  • EHS / safety 26%
  • Tooling 21%
  • Root cause 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageLifts up to 50 lbs

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at VIOC

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

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  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

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Responsibilities

will include work order retrieval, documentation, and completion via the company's Computerized Maintenance Management System. The Maintenance Technician will rely on instruction and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

responsibilities

as determined by Valvoline from time to time in its sole discretion.

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • ✓High school diploma or equivalent
  • ✓Minimum one year of experience in maintenance/facilities or related field
  • ✓Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
  • ✓Use and understanding of CMMS and computer skills (MS Office, Excel or similar)
  • ✓Strong communication, decision making, and problem-solving skills
  • ✓Customer service oriented
  • ✓Organization and time management skills
  • ✓Professionalism
  • ✓Teamwork and collaboration
  • ✓Must be able to:
  • ✓Stand for long periods of time
  • ✓Walk or run for long periods of time
  • ✓Bend and twist body
  • ✓Repeat the same movements
  • ✓Kneel, stoop, crouch or crawl
  • ✓Use one or two hands to grasp, move or assemble objects, move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
  • ✓Lift, push, pull or carry up to 50 lbs.
  • ✓Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We Take Care of the WHOLE You

  • ✓Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
  • ✓HSA and flexible spending accounts
  • ✓401(k)
  • ✓Incentive opportunity*
  • ✓Life insurance
  • ✓Short and long-term disability insurance
  • ✓Paid vacation and holidays*
  • ✓Employee Assistance Program
  • ✓Valvoline Instant Oil Change discounts
  • ✓Tuition reimbursement*
  • ✓Adoption assistance*
  • ✓Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.

Your Path to Valvoline

Join us in revolutionizing the automotive aftermarket industry while enjoying competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for advancement. Apply now and become an integral part of our journey at Valvoline.

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It All Starts with Our People

As the leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline has a proven track record of growth. We continue to invest in our people, processes, and technology to strengthen our ability to efficiently deliver Quick, Easy, Trusted service across all our stores – every day. We're not just in the car business; we're in the people business. And we're looking for humble, hungry, and smart people to help us shape the future of mobility. If you're hungry to drive change and seek a dynamic, collaborative environment that fuels both personal and professional growth, you've found your place with us.

Our highest priority is creating a welcoming workplace with team members from a wide variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The Opportunity

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Maintenance Technician . In this role, you will perform general maintenance and repairs in company-owned oil change facilities in areas of general building systems, tire rotation lifts, pneumatic pumps, air compressors, portable equipment (transmission flush, coolant, and A/C machines), carpentry, plumbing, and painting.

How You'll Make a Difference

  • •Performing preventive maintenance work according to the assigned schedule and consistent with preventative maintenance work order tasks, company/manufacturer's recommendations, and industry standards.
  • •Completing break/fix work order assignments within specified service level time frames in compliance with company specifications, manufacturer's recommendations, and industry standards.
  • •Completing and/or providing assistance on special projects as assigned and in compliance with company standards.
  • •Assisting other Maintenance Technicians as necessary and when directed.
  • •Inventory, ordering, and organizing parts and materials in Maintenance vehicle and warehouse location.
  • •Other duties and

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