Industrial Plant Lead Maintenance Technician

Powell Industries, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell Industries, Inc. seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee safe operation of our Texas facility and construction yard assets.

You will diagnose, repair, and prevent downtime on heavy manufacturing equipment, while directing contractor work and maintaining inventory through CMMS. Responsibilities include leading shift teams, coordinating safety protocols, and collaborating with engineers on process improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to direct contractor workflows and manage teams.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, hydraulics and pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications to keep shift crews informed about goals and policies.
• Direct contractor work and ensure safety compliance while executing major repairs and improvements.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair production equipment and utility systems.
• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing and safety systems.
• Maintain maintenance records via CMMS and ensure ISO 9000 quality requirements.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Leadership

Electrical systems

Blueprints reading

CMMS / databases

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Powell Industries, Inc. seeks a Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee safe operation of our Texas facility and construction yard assets.

You will diagnose, repair, and prevent downtime on heavy manufacturing equipment, while directing contractor work and maintaining inventory through CMMS. Responsibilities include leading shift teams, coordinating safety protocols, and collaborating with engineers on process improvements.