Industrial Maintenance Tech - Entry Level, Hands-On Repair

UFP Industries, Inc.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Temple, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician. This entry-level role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and installing equipment, machinery, and facilities under supervision.

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, inspect and repair mechanical systems, and document activities. Responsibilities include following safety procedures, using hydraulic and pneumatic tools, reading simple schematics, and collaborating with teammates to support production goals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of maintenance/repair experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• Ability to safely operate hydraulic, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps and other small tools.
• Willingness to learn to use measuring equipment with high accuracy (0.001”).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance as scheduled by a supervisor.
• Inspect, repair and maintain mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Read and understand simple machine schematics with minimal guidance.
• Organize parts and materials; collaborate with other departments to support production.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Cordless drills

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Digital indicators

Levels

Angle gauges

Depth gauges

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. in Temple, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician. This entry-level role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and installing equipment, machinery, and facilities under supervision.

You will perform routine preventive maintenance, inspect and repair mechanical systems, and document activities. Responsibilities include following safety procedures, using hydraulic and pneumatic tools, reading simple schematics, and collaborating with teammates to support production goals.