Maintenance Mechanic

General Shale, Inc.; Henderson (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Paid Vacation

Stable employment with a leading manufacturer

Job summary

General Shale, Inc. is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to support operations at our Henderson, Texas manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate should have experience in preventive maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.

This full-time role involves performing maintenance on various machinery, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring a safe work environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Familiarity with welding and basic fabrication.
• Ability to work with diagrams and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on various machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues effectively.
• Maintain inventory and document work completed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance experience

Welding and basic fabrication skills

Ability to read and interpret diagrams, schematics, and manuals

Proficiency with hand, power, and precision tools

Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills

Commitment to workplace safety and reliability

Job description

Location: 1309 Kilgore Drive, Henderson, TX 75652, USA

Position Overview

Red River Brick, a premier brand of the General Shale network in the Southwest U.S., is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support plant operations at our Henderson, Texas manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for a mechanically skilled individual with experience in preventive maintenance, repair, and equipment troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on motors, conveyors, pneumatic tools, and production machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues using diagrams, manuals, and measuring instruments.
• Remove and replace defective parts using hand, power, and welding tools.
• Fabricate repair parts and assist with machinery fabrication as needed.
• Maintain inventory, document work completed, and communicate equipment needs.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Lift up to 75–100 lbs as required.

Skills & Qualifications

• Mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance experience.
• Welding and basic fabrication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
• Proficiency with hand, power, and precision tools.
• Strong problem‑solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and reliability.
• Full‑time position; some overtime required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Paid Vacation.
• Stable employment with a leading manufacturer in the masonry industry.
• Safety‑focused, collaborative work environment.

Learn more about Red River Brick and General Shale’s innovative brick and masonry solutions at generalshale.com.

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