Electromechanical Technician I, II or III - Evenings

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Brenham, TX

2d • $29 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont is hiring Electromechanical Technicians with a strong focus on industrial electrical maintenance and troubleshooting. In this hands-on role, you will diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical and electromechanical systems that support manufacturing operations. You'll work with motors, controls, industrial electrical components, power distribution, and equipment up to 480V, along with mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Candidates may be hired at the Technician I, II, or III level based on electrical experience, technical proficiency, education, and overall industrial maintenance background.

Requirements

• 1+ year of industrial equipment maintenance experience (Technician I)
• Experience using electrical diagnostic and testing equipment (Technician I)
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and components (Technician I)
• Ability to read basic electrical schematics and equipment prints (Technician I)
• Foundational mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills (Technician I)
• High school diploma or GED required (Technician I)
• Generally, 2 to 3 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience (Technician II)
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills (Technician II)
• Experience with motors, relays, contactors, disconnects, transformers, sensors, motor starters, and control components (Technician II)
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment with limited instruction (Technician II)
• Experience with electrical installations and equipment up to 480V (Technician II)
• Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams (Technician II)
• Solid mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting capabilities (Technician II)
• Advanced industrial electrical and electromechanical troubleshooting experience (Technician III)
• Ability to independently diagnose complex electrical and equipment failures (Technician III)
• Strong working knowledge of PLCs, machine controls, motors, control circuits, and power distribution (Technician III)
• Experience installing, maintaining, modifying, and troubleshooting industrial control equipment (Technician III)
• Advanced ability to interpret electrical schematics and use diagnostic equipment (Technician III)
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting capabilities (Technician III)
• Put safety first
• Enjoy hands-on electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Work effectively independently and as part of a team
• Be comfortable working in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Be able to perform the physical requirements of the position
• Be available for overtime based on business needs
• Good hand to eye coordination with a good sense of depth perception
• Distinguish colors and be capable of reading manuals, schematics, labels, and other printed materials
• Adequate hearing

Nice To Haves

• Technical school or apprenticeship training preferred (Technician II)
• Electromechanical or Electrical Technology degree preferred (Technician III)
• Serves as a technical resource to other maintenance team members (Technician III)

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical and electromechanical systems
• Diagnose electrical faults using meters and other testing equipment
• Maintain and repair motors, controls, relays, contactors, disconnects, transformers, sensors, and related components
• Install and service electrical equipment and components, including systems up to 480V, based on qualifications and position level
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment prints
• Troubleshoot production equipment to identify electrical and mechanical causes of downtime
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems as needed
• Follow lockout/tagout and established electrical safety procedures
• Document repairs and communicate equipment and safety concerns

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED