Industrial Machine Shop Maintenance Tech

Freedom Waterworks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Life Insurance (Company-Paid)

EAP

Job summary

Freedom Waterworks in Houston, TX is hiring a Machine Shop Maintenance Technician. The role involves daily maintenance of lathes and Landis machines, monitoring lubrication, and performing safety-focused housekeeping in the ductile iron shop.

The candidate will support operators and report issues to management. Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment, with lifting up to 50 pounds and training

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform routine machine maintenance and inspections.
• Commitment to workplace safety and housekeeping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance checks on lathes, Landis machines, and other machine shop equipment.
• Monitor and maintain proper oil levels and lubrication systems.
• Conduct pressure testing on pipes 24 inches and larger.
• Inspect lifting straps and rigging for safe operation.
• Remove metal shavings and debris; keep work areas clean and organized.
• Prepare equipment and support shop readiness for machine operators.
• Operate lathe and Landis machines during downtime or production support.
• Identify and report maintenance issues or safety hazards to management.
• Follow all safety policies and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Independent work

Safety awareness

Housekeeping

Manufacturing environment

Tools

Lathes

Landis machines

Forklift

Job description

Freedom Waterworks in Houston, TX is hiring a Machine Shop Maintenance Technician. The role involves daily maintenance of lathes and Landis machines, monitoring lubrication, and performing safety-focused housekeeping in the ductile iron shop.

The candidate will support operators and report issues to management. Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment, with lifting up to 50 pounds and training