Join Our Mechanical and Electrical Team

Lhoist Group; Clifton (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Educational assistance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Lhoist North America is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to perform inspections, repairs, and rebuilds on plant equipment in Clifton, TX.

You will conduct preventive maintenance, troubleshoot PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical drives, and work with CMMS to document work orders. A valid Texas driver’s license and willingness to work extended shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Industrial maintenance experience and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read one-line diagrams and schematics.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and willingness for callouts.
• Willingness to work extended shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, repairs, and rebuilds on plant equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) tasks.
• Troubleshoot and repair drives, PLCs, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Install bearings, motors, and AC drives; align shafts.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders and checklists.
• Ensure safety and inventory readiness.

Skills

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Read schematics

Driver's license

Tools

CMMS

Test equipment

Job description

Responsibilities & Expectations

• Perform inspections, repairs, and rebuilds on all plant operating equipment.
• Conduct accurate preventive maintenance (PM) tasks.
• Troubleshoot, service, and repair all plant operating equipment.
• Disassemble and rebuild crushing, screening, and conveying equipment.
• Install and maintain all types of bearings.
• Perform shaft alignments using precision tools.
• Apply knowledge of pneumatic systems.
• Use equipment manuals, parts lists, or blueprints to install, repair, or order parts.
• Use CMMS system to ensure work orders and checklists are completed accurately.
• Electrical: troubleshoot and repair parts on drives.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems and air cylinders.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and control circuits.
• Install and align electrical motors and A/C drives.
• Perform routine mechanical tasks such as replacement of bearings, idlers, dust collector bags, gearboxes, and drive belts.
• Perform basic electrical calculations using test equipment (multimeters, megger, current generator, Hart communicator, etc.).
• Fabricate and install conduit, perform soldering operations, troubleshoot and maintain motor control circuits.
• Ensure inventory parts are correctly charged, available before starting jobs.
• Ensure safety compliance, complete and document workplace inspections.
• Keep maintenance tools in good condition.
• Participate in vendor and company-designated training and new equipment installations.

Attributes

• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, hydraulics and pneumatics to assist in troubleshooting equipment failures.
• Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment in an industrial plant is required.
• Read and understand one-line diagrams and schematics.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is desired.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Must have a telephone and be open to callouts.
• Must be able to work extended shift to complete repairs and keep major and critical equipment running.
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, managers, and peers.
• Demonstrate ability to operate a computer preferred.
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Self-Starter and able to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands

• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Lift up to 75 pounds.
• Work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes, including overtime.

Benefits

Lhoist North America is proud to offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your well-being and future. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with paid vacation and sick time. We also offer an attractive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a generous Employer Match as well as a Supplemental Contribution based on your Years of Service to help you plan confidently for the future. We recognize that growth doesn’t stop at the workplace. That’s why we provide educational assistance to encourage continued learning and professional development, empowering our employees to reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lhoist North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, respect, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment strengthens our teams and drives innovation. That’s why we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and strive to ensure every employee feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.