Lead Maintenance Mechanic

AES Drilling Fluids•Pecos, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

At Superior Weighted Products, we are dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services to support drilling and completion operations across the oil and gas industry. As a trusted partner to our clients, we take pride in our safety standards, technical expertise, and reliable performance. We are seeking an experienced and dependable Lead Maintenance Mechanic to oversee daily maintenance operations, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure the mechanical reliability of our plant and facility equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, leadership experience, and a proactive approach to maintenance and safety. LOCATION: Pecos, TX

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required; Technical or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
5+ years of relevant maintenance or plant operations experience required; supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Welding, fabrication, crane, and forklift operation experience required.
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
MSHA certification and experience in an ISO or Quality Management System environment are highly desirable.
First Aid and CPR certification required (or ability to obtain).
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Outlook.
Thorough knowledge of mechanical power transmissions, crushers, conveyor belts, Raymond mills, front-end loaders, forklifts, bagging machines, and basic fabrication concepts.
Ability to operate, maintain, rebuild, and troubleshoot plant equipment used by the Company and to utilize power and manual tools required for the position.
Knowledge of mechanical equipment design and general maintenance techniques.
Superior trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Willingness and aptitude to learn unfamiliar mechanical equipment, tools, and machinery, and to stay informed of new technologies.

Nice To Haves

Technical Degree in mechanical repair or other relevant field is a plus.
At least five (5) years of prior relevant maintenance-related work experience; prior work experience involving mill maintenance would be highly advantageous.
Prior experience working in an MHSA-regulated environment is a plus.
Crane operator certification and work experience is essential.
Prior welding work experience is required.
Forklift operation certification and work experience is essential.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Plant Manager to maintain production schedules and quality standards.
Maintain housekeeping standards in maintenance, production, and common areas.
Maintain documentation and reports as required for audits, safety, and performance tracking.
Oversee all plant equipment to ensure proactive maintenance planning, including routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical issues to enable maximum productivity.
Perform mechanical repairs on Raymond mill(s), pneumatic conveying system, jaw crusher, belt conveyors, motors, valves, and other plant equipment to minimize downtime.
Monitor and maintain proper functioning of equipment such as conveyors, mixers, and control panels, addressing operational issues as they arise.
Performs all other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager or other Company management.