Industrial Maintenance Technician - PLC & Hydraulic Expert

FCC Environmental Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

FCC Environmental Services is seeking a Plant Mechanic in Houston to perform complete plant preventative maintenance and scheduled repairs of fixed equipment at the Material Recovery Facility.

The role requires 3–5 years in industrial maintenance with strong hydraulics and pneumatics, welding, torch cutting, and the ability to work at heights. You will use CMMS software and various hand and power tools, with flexibility for shifts including some weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of industrial experience, training, or a combination.
• Strong hydraulic and pneumatic system troubleshooting and repair.
• Skills in set up, repair and maintenance of electronic systems 12V-480V.
• PLC troubleshooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with oxy/acet torch.
• Proficient in all welding processes.
• Experience working with heavy-duty conveyors, performing repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• CMMS software experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Mechanical or trade school certificate.
• Must be willing to work any shift & some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose or troubleshoot mechanical problems using charts, technical manuals and expertise.
• Performs repairs and maintenance on recycling equipment and C&D equipment to maximize safe and productive operations.
• Replaces conveyor belts, electrical motors, hydraulic cylinders and other mechanical parts.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Use hand tools, power tools and electrical tools.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Able to cut with torch and weld.
• May repair and install plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Able to work on heights using Aerial Working Platform (boom lift, scissor lifts etc.)
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Conveyor maintenance

Welding

Torch cutting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Work at heights

CMMS experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical or trade school certificate

Tools

Oxy/Ace torch

Welding equipment

Job description

FCC Environmental Services is seeking a Plant Mechanic in Houston to perform complete plant preventative maintenance and scheduled repairs of fixed equipment at the Material Recovery Facility.

The role requires 3–5 years in industrial maintenance with strong hydraulics and pneumatics, welding, torch cutting, and the ability to work at heights. You will use CMMS software and various hand and power tools, with flexibility for shifts including some weekends.