Maintenance Technician

Hr Journals; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A food production company in Texas is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on machinery and facilities. The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or GED, possess 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience, and preferably have bakery experience. Proficiency in PLCs and a solid understanding of electrical and mechanical systems are crucial. Competitive compensation is offered, with an hourly rate ranging from $31.25 to $33.65.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related industrial maintenance experience required.
• Bakery experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and building as needed.
• Repair equipment as needed due to breakdowns.
• Oversee maintenance of the facility and all equipment.
• Work closely with production to ensure timely production.
• Troubleshoot automation components such as HMIs, PLCs, I/O, and VFDs.

Skills

PLC skills

Ability to read and understand machine drawings

Proficient in computer applications

Welding, cutting, fabrication skills

Basic electrical skills

Pneumatic skills

Hydraulic skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical or vocational degree in related fields

Job description

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and building as needed
• Understand and follow emergency procedures in the event of equipment failure
• Repair equipment as needed due to breakdowns
• Oversee maintenance of the facility and all equipment
• Work closely with production to ensure timely production with the highest food safety and quality standards
• Proficient in electrical and mechanical work and troubleshooting
• Troubleshoot motor controls such as HMIs and PLCs
• Diagnose automation components such as HMIs, PLCs, I/O, and VFDs
• Perform basic programming of PLCs
• Design and implement ideas and innovations to increase equipment efficacy, safety, and reliability
• Sanitary welding is a plus but not required

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical or vocational degree in related fields preferred
• Bakery experience strongly preferred
• 3-5 years of related industrial maintenance experience required

Skills

• PLC skills: ability to troubleshoot and diagnose low voltage systems using prints and a meter; connect to PLC via laptop and software; write and read ladder logic for troubleshooting
• Ability to read and understand machine drawings
• Proficient in computer applications, spreadsheets, e‑mail, SAP, and/or other related systems
• Proficient in welding, cutting, fabrication, mechanical troubleshooting
• Basic electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills required

Compensation

Compensation: $65,000 to $70,000 (hourly rate: 31.25 - 33.65)