Maintenance Lead

Snelling Austin; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Snelling Austin is seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee daily maintenance in our industrial quarry setting near Burnet, Texas.

You will coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment, mentor technicians, and work with production to minimize downtime while upholding safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on mechanical knowledge, and the ability to read schematics and maintenance docs; exposure to noise, dust, and harsh conditions is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management in industrial settings.
• Experience maintaining industrial quarry or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and mechanical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for plant equipment, mobile equipment, conveyors, crushers, and processing systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and prioritize repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians while promoting safety and continuous improvement.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, equipment performance, and work order completion to maximize operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to support production goals and planned shutdowns.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance management

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety compliance

Reading manuals/schematics

Job description

Maintenance Lead

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee daily maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance for plant equipment, mobile equipment, conveyors, crushers, and processing systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and prioritize repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
• Lead and mentor maintenance technicians while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Monitor maintenance schedules, equipment performance, and work order completion to maximize operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to support production goals and planned shutdowns.

What Are We Looking For

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience maintaining industrial, quarry, or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and mechanical systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and maintenance documentation.

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.

Work Environment

Role operates primarily in an industrial quarry environment where conditions include moving mechanical equipment, dust, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, elevated noise levels, and exposure to vibration.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing ladders, and working on uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining equipment.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.