Maintenance Technician, Electrical

Mariana Minerals • Joaquin, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician (Electrical) supports safe, reliable operation of the electrical, control, and instrumentation systems at Lithium One in Joaquin, TX. In this role, you will install, test, and maintain motors, switchgear, breakers, and motor control centers, then troubleshoot PLCs, relay systems, and instrumentation when something goes wrong. You will play a critical role in keeping production steady and downtime low, and you will have a real hand in building our maintenance program from the ground up, including finding ways to simplify or automate repetitive maintenance tasks. As a startup, the first 6-8 months will include work beyond your electrical specialty, such as mechanical troubleshooting, so the ideal fit is someone who loves variety and wants to build something.

Requirements

• Proven industrial maintenance or electrical experience, 3+ years
• Hands-on experience with motors, PLCs, switchgear, breakers, motor control centers, relay systems, and instrumentation
• Experience in an oil & gas, water treatment, chemical processing, or similar industrial setting (oil & gas highly preferred; hydrometallurgy, mining, or battery materials experience is a plus)
• Ability to explain how you approach planned vs. unplanned maintenance, including how you troubleshoot when equipment fails unexpectedly
• Working knowledge of electrical power and distribution systems and local, state, and national electrical codes
• Ability to read one-line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to support pump, motor, valve, and piping work
• Strong communication across shifts and good computer skills; CMMS experience preferred
• Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in electrical, electronics, or instrumentation preferred (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and test electrical, control, communication, and measurement equipment, including medium and low voltage motors, switchgear, breakers, and motor control centers
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with PLCs, relay systems, and instrumentation across the Lithium One plant, supporting both planned maintenance and unplanned breakdowns, finding the root cause and making timely repairs
• Keep production steady by minimizing downtime and completing work to manufacturer specifications, electrical codes, and quality standards
• Perform and document accurate preventive maintenance, inspections, and calibration on electrical and instrumentation equipment, and recommend equipment for inclusion in preventive maintenance programs
• Read one-line diagrams, schematics, and blueprints, calculate circuit load requirements, and log work, parts used, and equipment condition in our in-house CMMS
• Work with operations, engineering, and the mechanical and controls techs, support pump, motor, and valve repair, and communicate potential hazards to engineers, mechanics, and operators
• Follow all OSHA and company safety procedures (including lockout/tagout, confined space, and traffic rules), actively participate in safety meetings, and immediately report hazards, near misses, or equipment damage while ensuring operations meet environmental and regulatory standards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree