Industrial Maintenance Tech: Electrical & PLC Expert

Hereford Ethanol Partners, L.P.; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hereford Ethanol Partners, L.P. is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for electrical and mechanical maintenance across the plant, with emphasis on instrumentation, controls, PLC/DCS, and repair to ensure safe, efficient production.

The role splits roughly 50/50 between electrical and mechanical work, includes programming PLC/DCS, wiring, pump and valve work, preventive maintenance, and applying knowledge of Hart/Profibus networks.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical-electrical experience or a Maintenance Tech Degree.
• High School Diploma or GED required with a preference for Maintenance Tech Degree.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment operations and care.
• Experience with Arc and MIG-Tig welding.
• Mechanical background with bearing changes, pumps, conveyors, etc.
• Strong Electrical Experience required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and troubleshoot instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Repair motors, motor starters, wiring and conduit.
• Lubricate and calibrate equipment; perform preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot PLC/DCS and program PLC/DCS systems.
• Read electrical prints and update diagrams.
• Inspect equipment to locate faults and leaks.
• 50% electrical repairs and 50% mechanical repairs.
• Move and calibrate controls on panels to regulate process variables.

Skills

Electrical experience

PLC/DCS knowledge

Welding skills

Reading electrical prints

Industrial equipment familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Maintenance Tech Degree preferred

Tools

Arc welding

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

Hereford Ethanol Partners, L.P. is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for electrical and mechanical maintenance across the plant, with emphasis on instrumentation, controls, PLC/DCS, and repair to ensure safe, efficient production.

The role splits roughly 50/50 between electrical and mechanical work, includes programming PLC/DCS, wiring, pump and valve work, preventive maintenance, and applying knowledge of Hart/Profibus networks.