Lead Maintenance Tech: PLC & Machinery Expert

Gibraltar Industries; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibraltar Industries in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to responsibly maintain production equipment, troubleshoot PLC systems, and lead junior technicians. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, with PM scheduling and tool oversight across plant machinery.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a heavy manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Technical School preferred.
• Major: Basic Mechanics.
• 3+ years of equipment maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance of equipment and refine lubrication/PM schedules.
• Replace components and parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot PLC systems and complex switching/controls.
• Conduct machine changeovers and tooling adjustments.
• Run equipment for testing and setup.
• Operate maintenance machinery (mills, lathes, drill presses).
• Document work orders and verify parts used; review orders for accuracy.
• Lead and mentor Level 1/2 Technicians and participate in special projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Customer oriented

Quality

Safety awareness

Initiative

Attention to detail

Growth mindset

Education

HS Diploma / Technical School preferred

Basic Mechanics

Tools

Hand tools

PLC systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Electrical wiring and motor controls

Schematics/blueprints reading

Job description

Gibraltar Industries in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to responsibly maintain production equipment, troubleshoot PLC systems, and lead junior technicians. The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical skills, with PM scheduling and tool oversight across plant machinery.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a heavy manufacturing environment.