Maintenance Tech

Madden Bolt; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Madden Bolt Corporation in Hempstead/Houston, TX, seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician to maintain and troubleshoot galvanizing facility equipment. You will work on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safe, efficient operation of cranes, pumps, kettles, and related machinery.

Candidates should have 5+ years in manufacturing maintenance, basic welding skills, and the ability to read manuals and blueprints.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, steel, or industrial environments.
• Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, pumps, and heavy equipment is highly preferred.
• Must follow OSHA safety policies and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on galvanizing equipment including cranes, kettles, conveyors, pumps, and motors.
• Inspect and repair overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
• Maintain forklifts, hydraulic systems, compressors, and shop equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Repair or replace motors, bearings, belts, gearboxes, valves, and other components.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine root causes and respond quickly to minimize downtime.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Motors & drives

Industrial troubleshooting

Blueprints reading

Basic welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in industrial maintenance (preferred)

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Pumps

Heavy equipment

Welding machines

Fabrication equipment

Job description

Maintenance Tech

Galvanizing Indirect Full Time Hempstead, Houston, TX, US

About Company:

Madden Bolt is the leading fabricator of quality steel industrial fasteners and miscellaneous steel parts. Our history began in 1942 as a small steel bolt fabricator that would eventually inspire a seventy-year legacy of customer-driven steel manufacturing solutions.

Over the years, the Madden family continued to strengthen its business model with a focus on expedited fastener solutions, persevering through another two generations under the nationally recognized brand, Madden. The company started offering galvanizing services in 2007 to address an efficiency gap in the industry. Madden’s business grew substantially as customers began to realize the benefits of dealing with just one service provider for fabrication and finishing solutions.

Today, the company has evolved into a full-scale fabrication operation with global capabilities. An additional fabrication facility was added in 2016 to meet increasing demand. Though much has changed since the 1940’s, one thing will always remain – our relationships with customers. Madden combines good old-fashioned partnerships with unparalleled efficiency to meet the demands of today. Our customers know that when we work together, we can accomplish almost anything, even last-minute fabrication needs.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving all mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems within the galvanizing facility. This position ensures that production equipment, cranes, forklifts, pumps, and galvanizing line components operate safely and efficiently to minimize downtime and support production goals. The maintenance technician needs to have basic steel fabrication and welding skills.

The Maintenance Technician must follow all company safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and preventative maintenance schedules while working in a heavy industrial environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventative maintenance on galvanizing equipment including cranes kettles, conveyors, pumps, and motors.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain overhead cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment.
• Maintain forklifts, hydraulic systems, compressors, and shop equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Repair or replace motors, bearings, belts, gearboxes, valves, and other components.
• Assist in maintaining galvanizing kettles, burners, and heat systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and determine root causes.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Perform emergency repairs when needed to maintain operations.
• Work with production and operations teams to resolve equipment issues.

Preventative Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance according to company maintenance programs.
• Maintain inspection logs and maintenance records.
• Ensure equipment is properly lubricated, adjusted, and calibrated.

Facility Maintenance

• Maintain facility infrastructure including lighting, electrical panels, air lines, and plumbing systems.
• Assist with plant improvements, installations, and upgrades.
• Maintain shop tools, welding machines, and fabrication equipment.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all OSHA and company safety policies.
• Use required PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
• Identify unsafe conditions and report them immediately.
• Participate in safety meetings and training programs.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in industrial maintenance, mechanical systems, or electrical systems preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, steel, or industrial environments preferred.
• Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, pumps, and heavy equipment is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Motors and drives
  • Industrial troubleshooting
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and blueprints.
• Basic welding, cutting, and fabrication skills preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work in a hot industrial environment, including areas near galvanizing kettles.
• Must be able to work around moving equipment and heavy machinery.
• Industrial manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to heat, noise, dust, and heavy equipment.
• Work may include nights, weekends, or overtime depending on production needs.

Additional Requirements

• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Must maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Must be able to travel to all company locations as needed to perform maintenance and support operations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.