Maintenance Associate I

Schneider Electric•El Paso, TX

16h

About The Position

Maintenance technicians work independently and with other plant personnel to perform preventative, predictive, and routine maintenance. They troubleshoot issues and repair failures involving production and facilities equipment to maximize equipment efficiency and effectiveness, while supporting company safety policies, goals, and objectives. The role includes repairing and maintaining plant machinery, completing work orders and inspections, replacing control devices, operating metalworking equipment, fabricating or modifying equipment, and testing repairs for safe operation. Employees participate in plant safety, health, and environmental programs. The position requires at least three years of experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and basic electrical repair. Candidates must be able to read and interpret documents and drawings, prepare detailed repair reports, communicate effectively in English, perform basic welding, and use basic office software and maintenance software. Post-secondary education or a technical trade certificate is an asset. The schedule involves changing shifts, rotating weekend on-call duty, and mandatory overtime. Physical requirements include regularly lifting or moving up to 26 pounds and climbing ladders to work at elevations above 25 feet. The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, dust, high noise, outdoor weather in all conditions, and process chemicals. The U.S.-based position pays $23.00 per hour, with eligibility for overtime pay and possible premium pay or differentials depending on location. Schneider Electric describes a total rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; Benefit Bucks; flexible work arrangements; paid family leaves; well-being programs; 12 holidays and 15 days of paid time off per year; company share ownership; a 401(k) with match; incentives; and learning and career-development opportunities. The position is posted until filled, and an online application is required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and basic electrical repair.
Ability to read and interpret documents and drawings.
Ability to write detailed repair reports and communicate verbally effectively.
Basic welding capacity.
Good mathematical skills.
Ability to communicate in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to relate to and work well with others.
Proficiency with basic office computer software and ability to learn maintenance software for data entry and parts research.
Willingness to work a changing shift schedule and participate in a rotating weekend on-call list.
Ability to work mandatory overtime daily, weekly, and on weekends as required.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 26 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and work at elevations above 25 feet.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate.

Responsibilities

Complete assigned jobs in a timely manner.
Repair and maintain plant machinery and equipment, including conveyors, compressors, and pumps.
Repair or replace control devices such as switches, photo eyes, proximity sensors, pushbuttons, contactors, and motor starters.
Perform work-order repairs, inspections, and adjustments.
Set up and operate welders, drill presses, grinders, hand tools, and other metalworking equipment.
Fabricate and modify new and existing equipment.
Test repaired equipment to ensure it is safe and operational.
Participate in plant safety, health, and environmental programs.