Electrical Maintenance Tech – Cement Plant (Houston)

Hirebridge; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Overtime opportunities

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life and disability benefits

Paid vacation

401K

Job summary

Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Technician in Houston, TX. The role involves maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment, performing repairs, and supporting plant operations to ensure continuous production.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in electrical technology and plant maintenance, be proficient with electrical testing tools, and capable of reading drawings and diagrams.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2-years in Electrical Technology and Plant Maintenance.
• Must be able to use any/all equipment necessary to maintain the operation of the plant.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions required by the job, including being able to see colors.
• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical repairs to minimize interruption of production.
• Installs, inspects, maintains, and repairs electrical and mechanical equipment to keep the plant in continuous operation.
• Receives work instructions from supervisor.
• Starts and stops mill motors, air compressors, fans, kilns, etc. as required.
• Makes emergency, temporary or permanent mechanical repairs to cement plant machinery such as sprockets, chains, drives, scales, pumps, oil and water lines, etc.
• Inspects all electrical equipment in the assigned area, checking motor bearings, lubrication, commutation, excessive vibration, obvious signs of wear or need for adjustment, etc.
• Diagnoses trouble using testing equipment or own judgment based on general knowledge of electrical principles.
• Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage.
• Interprets and analyzes drawings and wiring diagrams to locate and trace electrical circuits, to determine material and replacement needs, and to select a logical approach to trouble shooting and repair problems.
• Dismantles, cleans, repairs, replaces, installs, maintains, assembles and lubricates electrical equipment taking all safety precautions.
• Performs simple rigging as required.
• Operates simple machine tools, such as drill press, portable drill, etc.

Job description

Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Technician in Houston, TX. The role involves maintaining electrical and mechanical equipment, performing repairs, and supporting plant operations to ensure continuous production.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years in electrical technology and plant maintenance, be proficient with electrical testing tools, and capable of reading drawings and diagrams.