Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist — Industrial Manufacturing

PPG US Industrial Facilities; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is hiring an Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist at our Grand Prairie, TX facility. You will diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems, read schematics, and translate them into action on a daily basis.

The role requires at least 3 years in industrial maintenance, coordination with production to minimize downtime, and strict safety practices; you will perform inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and assist with installation of new assets, while

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in industrial maintenance in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic domains.
• Hands-on experience with test and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work from technical drawings and documentation.
• Detail-oriented problem solver with urgency.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and repair industrial machinery.
• Use diagnostic tools to pinpoint faults and restore performance.
• Execute preventive maintenance to reduce failures and downtime.
• Interpret manuals and schematics to plan work and verify results.
• Coordinate maintenance windows with production to minimize interruption.
• Document all work performed and report equipment condition and trends.
• Enforce safety practices, including PPE and lock-out/tag-out.
• Assist installation and commissioning of new or upgraded assets.
• Lead and contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and SkyTrac safely and efficiently.
• Fabricate repair parts as needed for timely fixes.
• Communicate status and next steps; maintain an orderly shop.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Pneumatic and hydraulic

Reading schematics/blueprints

Diagnostic equipment

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Documentation

Forklift operation

Preventive maintenance

Job description

Electromechanical Maintenance Specialist — Industrial ManufacturingLocation: Grand Prairie, Tx | Shift: Days- 6:00AM-2:30PM | Starting Pay: $31.05/hourImmediately Hiring!Eligibility: Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply.Is this you?Do you thrive on diagnosing complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems?Can you read schematics and blueprints and translate them into action?Are you committed to safety and precision—every shift, every task?Do you enjoy partnering with production teams to keep lines running efficiently?What you’ll doPerform inspections, routine service, and corrective repairs on industrial machinery.Use diagnostic tools to pinpoint faults and return equipment to optimal performance.Execute preventive maintenance strategies that reduce failures and increase uptime.Interpret technical manuals and schematics to plan work and verify results.Coordinate maintenance windows with production to minimize interruption.Document all work performed and report equipment condition and trends.Enforce safety practices, including PPE and strict lock-out/tag-out adherence.Assist with the installation and commissioning of new or upgraded assets.Lead and contribute to continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.Support general facilities maintenance needs as required.Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and SkyTrac safely and efficiently.Fabricate repair parts as needed to complete timely, durable fixes.Communicate status and next steps clearly; maintain an orderly shop and work areas.QualificationsMinimum 3 years as an industrial maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic domains.Hands-on experience with test and diagnostic equipment.Ability to work from technical drawings and documentation.Detail-oriented problem solver with a strong sense of urgency.Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently as needed.Effective communication skills.Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime or shift changes, when required.Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver’s license for travel between two plant locations.Experienced operating forklifts, scissor lifts, and SkyTrac.PLC experience preferred.Physical requirementsLift heavy tools and components; push/pull 51 lbs. or more.Work at heights and in confined spaces.Stand, bend, and kneel for extended durations.Why PPG?PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLDWe serve industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets with innovative coatings and materials. Explore more at www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.The PPG Way 2030Customer champions: We listen, act boldly, and persevere to solve our customers’ toughest challenges.Purpose and speed: We use data and agility to deliver value and stay ahead.Operational excellence: We own problems and outcomes, supporting our frontline teams and continuous improvement.Compete to win: We’re future-focused, tech-forward, and ambitious.PPG proud: We work safely, with integrity, and celebrate diverse perspectives and achievements.AI helps us streamline parts of our hiring process; AI does not make hiring decisions. Learn more: https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.Compensation, benefits, and candidate experiencePay ranges and benefits differ by location so we can remain competitive across markets. We consider skills, experience, training, education, certifications, and business needs when making compensation decisions. Additional incentives may be available.Our benefits support your health and well-being and are provided per plan documents and governing terms. Your recruiter will review the details during the hiring process.We appreciate feedback about our recruiting process—share your perspective on Glassdoor.com so we can improve.By applying and sharing your mobile number, you agree to receive text messages about recruitment (scheduling, updates). Message/data rates may apply; frequency varies; opt out anytime.Equal opportunity and accessibilityPPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [e-mail].