Maintenance Technician III 1st Shift

Cornerstone Building Brands•Houston, TX

1d•$32 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician III performs essential work involving the installation, repair, and modification of equipment used to generate, distribute, or utilize electric energy in a manufacturing facility. The role installs, modifies, and maintains plant buildings, machinery, and equipment—including mobile or road equipment and production machinery—in good mechanical condition. The position is based at 14031 W Hardy Rd., Houston, TX 77060, and pays $32.00–$36.00 per hour depending on experience. The first shift is scheduled for 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., although hours may vary with operations. Shifts may last 8, 10, or 12 hours depending on daily work orders and season, and overtime may be available. The technician performs machine-shop duties, works on complex technical projects, installs and repairs electrical equipment, uses welding equipment, diagnoses electrical problems, inspects machinery, follows preventive maintenance procedures, and carries out building repairs. The role also includes providing on-the-job direction to newer maintenance mechanics and contributing to continuous improvement. This is a permanent, full-time position. Full-time team members receive medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one, along with PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k), EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. Union programs may vary according to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
At least five years of related work experience in a maintenance mechanic function, or equivalent related experience.
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
Ability to stand, walk, lift 30 pounds or more, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach, stoop, crouch, and perform work requiring near acuity.
Ability to work frequently near moving mechanical parts.

Responsibilities

Follow safety rules and precautions when working with hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical apparatus.
Perform assigned machine-shop duties, including tool-and-die work.
Work on highly technical or involved projects, address complex factors, and make decisions based on conclusions and findings.
Install and repair electrical equipment, including generators, transformers, switchboards, controllers, circuit breakers, motors, heating units, and conduit systems.
Use blueprints, drawings, layouts, verbal instructions, and other specifications.
Use arc, acetylene, brazing, and flame-cutting equipment for layout and fitting, including making jigs and fixtures.
Use electricians’ hand tools and measuring and testing equipment.
Diagnose and correct electrical system or equipment problems, applying standard computations related to wiring and electrical equipment load requirements.
Perform visual and mechanical inspections to keep machinery in good condition and ensure finished products meet order specifications.
Follow the company preventive maintenance program and inspect equipment, taking preventive action when necessary.
Perform minor and major repairs on buildings.
Notify management when major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, or ventilating equipment are needed.
Provide on-the-job direction to new maintenance mechanics and others assisting with maintenance work.
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in the work area.
Perform additional projects or duties as assigned by the Team Leader.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one for full-time team members.
Paid time off (PTO).
Paid holidays.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Life insurance.
Long-term disability (LTD).
Short-term disability (STD).
401(k).
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Discount programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Training and professional development.