Maintenance Technician

Ravagon Manufacturing•Baytown, TX

19d

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on process and facility equipment. The role uses technical manuals, diagrams, engineering specifications, and manufacturer instructions to support safe and reliable operations. Responsibilities cover production machinery, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, and light electrical equipment, as well as fabrication, welding, machine-shop repairs, and basic facility maintenance. The position requires dependable, motivated, and flexible work habits, including the ability to work day or night shifts, rotating shifts, and overtime as required. The technician uses maintenance software as directed by the Maintenance Manager and prepares reports by collecting and summarizing maintenance information and trends. The role is performed in a shared, constantly noisy environment with seasonal temperature variation, including heat, humidity, and cold, and involves physically demanding work around industrial machinery.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience in related positions within an industrial environment.
Solid understanding of methods, principles, and practices for operating, maintaining, and repairing associated machinery, including mechanical knowledge.
Ability to contribute to a high-performance, team-based work culture.
Basic math skills.
Proficiency with basic maintenance hand tools.
Familiarity with mechanical maintenance, fabrication, welding, and repair techniques.
Knowledge of instrumentation and electrical maintenance.
Good understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Lean Manufacturing principles.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to work overtime or rotating shifts as required.
Ability to use a multimeter.
Ability to work in a shared space with constant noise and in varying temperatures, including heat, humidity, and cold.
Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, climb, carry, and reach throughout the shift.
Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
Ability to climb straight incline ladders, access elevated platforms, and work around industrial machinery.
Sufficient hand and finger dexterity for packaging, equipment operation, and documentation.
Adequate vision, including color vision, to identify materials, labels, and safety indicators.
Ability to work extended periods in a hot, noisy, and physically demanding environment.
Must own and keep on hand the specified minimum required tools and equipment: side-cutting pliers, utility knife, hacksaw, flat blade and Phillips screwdrivers in various sizes, adjustable wrench set, Allen wrench set, combination wrench, assorted pipe wrenches, assorted ratchets, socket wrench set, assorted pliers, 25-foot tape measure, torpedo level, ball pein hammer, rubber mallet, assorted pry bars, punch and chisel kit, level, cordless drill/driver and drill-bit set, and grinder.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish language skills.
OSHA 10 certification.
Experience with process equipment, control systems, valves, mechanical repairs, basic facility maintenance, and troubleshooting, gained through hands-on experience and on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery, motors, conveyors, pneumatic systems, light electrical equipment, and facility equipment.
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair equipment using technical diagrams, manuals, engineering specifications, and manufacturer instructions.
Identify sources of mechanical problems by observing equipment in operation, listening for unusual sounds, and using precision measuring and testing instruments.
Use a CMMS or maintenance software as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing relevant information and trends.
Fabricate and weld stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum.
Repair parts using machine-shop techniques and fabrication equipment.
Change oil, replace filters, and perform preventive maintenance tasks as required.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules, and regulations.
Commit to the Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) Blue program and adhere to OSHA safety standards.
Lead or assist with mechanical issues throughout the plant.
Perform other maintenance-related tasks and duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager.