Maintenance Tech

Madden Bolt Corp • Hockley, TX

5d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and improves mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems throughout the galvanizing facility. The role helps ensure production equipment, cranes, forklifts, pumps, and galvanizing line components operate safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime and supporting production goals. Basic steel fabrication and welding skills are needed. The technician follows company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and preventative maintenance schedules while working in a heavy industrial environment.

The work includes scheduled and emergency equipment maintenance and repair, diagnosing equipment failures, keeping maintenance records, and maintaining facility infrastructure and shop equipment. The technician works with production and operations teams to resolve equipment issues, supports plant improvements and installations, and may travel to company locations as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics, motors and drives, and industrial troubleshooting.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work around moving equipment and heavy machinery.
• Ability to work in a hot industrial environment, including near galvanizing kettles.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or electrical systems.
• Five or more years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, steel, or industrial environments.
• Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, pumps, and heavy equipment.
• Basic welding, cutting, and fabrication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on galvanizing equipment, including cranes, kettles, conveyors, pumps, and motors.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
• Maintain forklifts, hydraulic systems, compressors, and shop equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Repair or replace motors, bearings, belts, gearboxes, valves, and other components.
• Assist in maintaining galvanizing kettles, burners, and heat systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine root causes.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform emergency repairs to minimize production downtime and maintain operations.
• Work with production and operations teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance according to company maintenance programs.
• Maintain inspection logs and maintenance records.
• Ensure equipment is properly lubricated, adjusted, and calibrated.
• Maintain facility infrastructure, including lighting, electrical panels, air lines, and plumbing systems.
• Assist with plant improvements, installations, and upgrades.
• Maintain shop tools, welding machines, and fabrication equipment.
• Follow OSHA and company safety policies; use required PPE, identify and report unsafe conditions, and participate in safety meetings and training.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Travel to company locations as needed to perform maintenance and support operations.

What This Job Offers

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