Entry Level Maintenance Technician I

TECO-Westinghouse; Round Rock (TX); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 68.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

TECO-Westinghouse is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, install, and modify building systems and facility equipment across the Round Rock, Texas facility. This role supports safe and efficient operations and requires a hands-on mechanical and electrical background.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing malfunctions, and servicing HVAC, electrical distribution, backup systems, fire protection, lighting, and building infrastructure.

Formación

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Three to five years of related Maintenance Technician experience and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical training in electrical and mechanical systems.
• Willingness to attend qualified training programs and technical schools as required.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze faulty equipment and systems, identify causes of malfunctions, recommend solutions, perform repairs, and return equipment to service.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and inspect machinery for unusual sounds, operational variations, and other signs of malfunction.
• Consult with supervisors, team leaders, machine operators, and other maintenance technicians to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Dismantle defective machinery and equipment and install new or repaired parts.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other machine components.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical machinery and systems.

Conocimientos

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading technical drawings

CMMS proficiency

Building codes knowledge

Educación

Associate degree or equivalent

3-5 years maintenance experience

Technical training in electrical/mechanical systems

Herramientas

CMMS software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and modifying building systems, industrial machinery, and facility equipment to support safe and efficient operations across the TECO-Westinghouse facility. This position performs preventive and predictive maintenance, diagnoses equipment malfunctions, repairs mechanical and electrical systems, and supports building infrastructure, including HVAC, electrical distribution, emergency backup systems, fire protection, lighting, security, and communications networks. The Maintenance Technician I also assists with equipment installations, fabrication, and facility improvements while working under supervision when required. The ideal candidate has a strong mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting background, practical maintenance experience, and the ability to interpret technical drawings, understand facility systems, and respond to equipment and building emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze faulty equipment and systems, identify the causes of malfunctions, recommend solutions, perform repairs, and return equipment to service
• Conduct diagnostic testing and inspect machinery for unusual sounds, operational variations, and other signs of malfunction
• Consult with supervisors, team leaders, machine operators, and other maintenance technicians to diagnose and resolve equipment issues
• Dismantle defective machinery and equipment and install new or repaired parts
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other machine components
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical machinery and systems

Electrical, Mechanical & Industrial Systems

• Install and repair electrical equipment, transformers, wiring, and electrical or electronic components under supervision
• Replace damaged wires and cables, as well as faulty electrical components such as relays, switches, motors, transducers, and position-sensing devices
• Assemble, install, and maintain piping systems, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, gauges, valves, and pressure regulators
• Install, program, or repair automated machinery and equipment, including variable frequency drives (VFDs) and programmable controllers, under supervision
• Operate machine tools, including lathes, grinders, drills, and milling machines, to repair equipment or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, and tools
• Operate cutting torches and welding equipment to cut or join metal components
• Apply knowledge of building construction and renovation to support facility maintenance and improvement projects

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on building systems, manufacturing equipment, and facility infrastructure
• Identify, lead, and perform proactive maintenance tasks to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Help establish and implement preventive maintenance programs for machinery, equipment, buildings, and site infrastructure
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, equipment history, and spare parts
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and documentation

Facility & Building Systems

Maintain and support the following systems and infrastructure as required:

• Building and grounds
• Electrical distribution systems
• Emergency backup systems
• Fire alarm systems
• Fire loops and sprinkler systems
• Interior and exterior lighting
• Air distribution systems

  Parts Procurement & Emergency Response

  • Identify suppliers and procure appropriate replacement parts and components
  • Generate the required purchasing paperwork and documentation
  • Respond to building and factory emergencies as needed
  • Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team
  • Maintain effective working relationships with other departments and external individuals or organizations

  Safety, Compliance & Company Standards

  • Follow all company policies, including ISO 9001 Standards, the drug-free workplace policy, Affiantive Action Plan, and company Safety procedures
  • Perform maintenance activities in accordance with established safety practices
  • Maintain regular attendance and perform additional duties as assigned

  Qualifications

  Education & Experience

  • Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or
  • Three to five years of related Maintenance Technician experience and/or training; or
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Technical training in electrical and mechanical systems
  • Willingness to attend qualified training programs and technical schools as required

  Technical Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong mechanical and/or electrical machinery troubleshooting and repair capabilities
  • Above-average ability to analyze equipment problems, troubleshoot systems, and perform repairs
  • Knowledge of building construction and renovation
  • Familiarity with preventive and predictive maintenance practices
  • Ability to understand technical data related to machine and facility operations
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, facility design plans, and equipment documentation
  • Knowledge of applicable building codes and government regulations, or the ability to research and interpret relevant requirements
  • Computer literacy, including Windows applications, email, and CMMS software
  • Ability to understand basic electrical and mechanical principles, including voltage, amperage, resistance, pressure, volume, and speed relationships
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations involving dimensions, weights, capacities, and unit conversions

  Communication & Problem-Solving

  • Ability to read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, machine operators, and other stakeholders
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
  • Ability to interpret technical instructions presented in written, mathematical, or diagram form
  • Ability to evaluate problems involving multiple variables and determine appropriate solutions

  Physical Requirements

  • Regularly: Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and reach with hands and arms
  • Frequently: Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, taste, and smell
  • Occasionally: Sit and lift and/or move more than 100 pounds

  Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

  Work Environment

  The Maintenance Technician I works in an industrial manufacturing and facility environment and is regularly exposed to:

  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Pressurized hydraulic and air/gas systems
  • Energized electrical systems and controls
  • Systems or components under high tensile and/or compressive stresses

  The position is frequently exposed to high or precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme hot and cold temperatures. Occasional exposures include fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level is usually loud. Established safe work practices and programs are in place to support safe job performance.

  Why Join TECO-Westinghouse?

  This role offers the opportunity to support essential manufacturing and facility operations while developing hands-on expertise in industrial maintenance, electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, automation, and building systems. The Maintenance Technician I plays an important role in equipment reliability, facility safety, and operational continuity.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  TECO-Westinghouse Motor Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a workplace built on professionalism, teamwork, safety, and respect.