Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Navasota TX

VetJobs; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician in Navasota, TX to keep drilling pipe manufacturing equipment running reliably. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems, and ensure safety compliance on every task.

The role requires basic mechanical knowledge, 6 months of industrial maintenance experience, and CNC familiarity.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of industrial mechanical maintenance experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical principles.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow maintenance manuals.
• CNC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair drilling pipe manufacturing equipment to maximize uptime and reliable production.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce unplanned failures and extend asset life.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor system issues quickly and effectively.
• Follow OSHA regulations, safety policies, and lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance tasks.
• Record work in CMMS with repairs, inspections, parts used, and follow-up needs.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and reliability teams to improve equipment performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• CNC machine maintenance and repair.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

CNC machine maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

Keep drill pipe manufacturing equipment operating reliably by responding promptly to breakdowns and helping minimize unplanned downtime.

Complete preventive and predictive maintenance on schedule to reduce equipment failures and extend asset life.

Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor systems safely and effectively.

Follow OSHA requirements, company safety rules, and lockout/tagout procedures during every maintenance task.

Record work accurately in the CMMS, including repairs, inspections, parts used, and follow-up needs.

Investigate recurring equipment problems and recommend corrective actions that improve reliability and production efficiency.

Work with production, engineering, and reliability teams to support quality output and continuous improvement.

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Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair manufacturing equipment to maximize uptime and ensure reliable production of drill pipe.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to reduce unplanned equipment failures and extend asset life.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and conveyor system issues quickly and effectively.
• Support production by minimizing downtime while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Inspect, install, and align industrial machinery, pumps, gearboxes, bearings, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and reliability teams to improve equipment performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the facility's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce maintenance costs, improve equipment reliability, and increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• CNC Machine maintenance and repair experience.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Minimum of six months industrial mechanical maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of principle of mechanic operation.
• Must have ability to read, comprehend, and follow maintenance manuals.
• Ability to perform repair welding an asset, but not required
• CNC Experience

City*

Navasota

State*

Texas

Job_Category

Technician

Job Code

_Maintenance _Maintenance

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