Maintenance Technician

SlingShot Connections; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Slingshot Connections is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Austin, TX to perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical equipment across the facility. The role requires reading blueprints, strong problem-solving abilities, and adherence to safety protocols including LOTO.

You will work with maintenance and operations teams, maintain CMMS records, and support development of maintenance plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• 2–3 years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ability to read and document work clearly and accurately.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, climb and perform hands-on work.
• Willingness to overtime or weekend work when needed.
• Preferred: experience with PSM programs, millwrighting, machining, pipefitting, or welding.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical malfunctions using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Repair or replace pumps, motors, conveyors, valves, and other mechanical components.
• Install and commission new equipment and machinery.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in the CMMS.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, and support compliance with PSM requirements.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to coordinate repairs and improve equipment reliability.
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced team members.
• Support development and execution of maintenance plans and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Documentation

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

PSM experience

Job description

The Maintenance Technician performs preventative maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical equipment and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation across the facility.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a high school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training is preferred
• Brings 2–3 years of mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Can read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
• Demonstrates strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Understands and adheres to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout
• Communicates clearly and documents work accurately
• Has the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, climb, and perform hands-on mechanical work
• Works well independently and as part of a team, and is open to overtime or weekend work when needed
• (Preferred) Has experience with PSM programs, millwrighting, machining, pipefitting, or welding

What you’ll do:

• Perform routine preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical equipment and machinery
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical malfunctions using appropriate tools and techniques
• Repair or replace pumps, motors, conveyors, valves, and other mechanical components
• Install and commission new equipment and machinery
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in the CMMS
• Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, and support compliance with PSM requirements
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to coordinate repairs and improve equipment reliability
• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced team members
• Support development and execution of maintenance plans and preventive maintenance schedules
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area