Maintenance Mechanic – Fort Worth, TX

W. R. Meadows, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

W. R. MEADOWS, Inc.

is seeking an experienced maintenance technician in Fort Worth, TX to maintain and repair machinery and equipment in a production environment. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficiency across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, PLC, and hydraulic systems. You will analyze problems, implement corrective actions, and develop preventive maintenance plans in coordination with plant management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Trade schooling or technical training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years electrical and mechanical experience preferred.
• Experience with batch process equipment (mixing & filling) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze mechanical and operational problems on equipment and plan corrective action.
• Make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain production and quality.
• Establish a preventive maintenance plan approved by plant management.
• Test equipment after repairs, changeovers or downtime to ensure proper operation.
• Inspect and document preventive maintenance checks; report findings to management.
• Record causes of production delays in daily production reports and act accordingly.
• Notify plant manager of recurring malfunctions and corrective actions.
• Instruct and direct maintenance trainees assigned.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Pneumatic

PLC

Hydraulic

Reading/Writing/Math

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade Schooling/technical training

Minimum 5 years electrical & mechanical experience

Job description

Responsible for maintenance and repairs of machinery and equipment in a given department or facility. Including fabrication, welding, pipe Fitting, installation, removal, modification, repair and maintenance of all equipment to help maintain a safe and productive environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Analyze mechanical and operational problems on all equipment and plan for and take corrective action.
• Make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.
• Establish a preventive maintenance plan that is agreed to by the plant manager. Review production schedule and when equipment is not scheduled for manufacturing, change over equipment to new sizes or perform scheduled maintenance.
• Test equipment to check operation. Try out equipment after repairs, changeovers or extended downtime.
• Make preventive maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment, report findings to plant manager or maintenance supervisor and take appropriate action.
• Analyzes and records cause of production delays on daily production report.
• Notify plant manager of recurring equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken.
• Instruct and direct any maintenance trainees assigned.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface with all production departments.
• Assist plant manager when applicable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Practical Mechanical, Electrical, Pneumatic, PLC and Hydraulic knowledge required.
• Practical understanding of power generation equipment (i.e. pumps, motors, and gearing)
• Reading, writing, and math skills
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 55 lbs
• Ability to walk, stand, sit, squat, kneel, bend, climb, and crawl

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Trade Schooling or technical training preferred
• Minimum 5 years prior electrical and mechanical experience preferred
• Experience with equipment utilized in a batch process consisting of mixing & filling desirable.

W. R. MEADOWS, Inc., considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or any other status protected by federal and state law. In addition, W. R. MEADOWS, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. W. R. MEADOWS, Inc. also provides "reasonable accommodations" to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. (Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned at the supervisor’s discretion).