Maintenance Technician
USALCO•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Maintenance Technician supports plant operations by ensuring all equipment and systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. This role is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, self-motivated, and capable of working both independently and within a team environment.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum 1–2 years of industrial maintenance experience
- Working knowledge of mechanical systems (hydraulic, pneumatic) and basic electrical systems
- Experience troubleshooting industrial equipment and control systems
- Ability to read technical documents and follow instructions
- Valid driver's license
- Strong attention to detail, reliability, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Nice To Haves
- Experience in chemical, manufacturing, food processing, or similar industrial environments
- Welding, fabrication, or machining experience
- Industrial electrical troubleshooting (including high and low voltage systems)
- Experience using CMMS systems
Responsibilities
- Adhere to and enforce all safety, health, environmental, and quality policies and procedures
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on process and facility equipment (e.g., pumps, motors, control systems)
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using observation, testing, and technical documentation
- Perform emergency and scheduled repairs to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency
- Install, maintain, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems
- Fabricate parts and components using shop equipment and tools
- Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, manuals, and engineering specifications
- Document maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment history in CMMS
- Coordinate with operations and assist with contractor activities as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment (5S standards)
- Participate in on-call rotation and work overtime, weekends, or off-shifts as required
- Operate material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts) as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
