Maintenance Technician

Trident Consulting; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Austin, TX is looking for a Maintenance Technician to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience in manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include conducting laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A high school diploma is required, along with the ability to lift heavy materials. Excellent communication skills and teamwork are essential for this role. This position offers a contract for at least 24 months.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Strong mechanical background required.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineers to set up mechanical laboratory tests.
• Maintain lab data using Microsoft Excel.
• Operate a forklift and assist with chemical consolidation.
• Perform quality inspections of chemical packaging.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Data entry

Attention to detail

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Forklift

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Technician

Location

Austin, TX (Onsite)

Pay

$23/hr on W2 (All Inclusive)

Type of Hire

Contract

Contract Duration

24+ Months

Job Description

The philosophy of our manufacturing group is to create a workforce that is very flexible. Thus, a candidate for this position must be able and willing to perform a variety of tasks in several different work functions and must demonstrate a mechanical aptitude. Under general supervision, the employee may be involved with the assembly, disassembly, testing and processing, packaging, consolidation, storage, inspection, labeling and shipping of chemical materials and hazardous waste. Must possess sound interpersonal and communication skills as well as situational judgment and a thoughtful approach to work effectively in a strong team‑oriented environment. A focus on quality and attention‑to‑detail is a strong must.

Key Duties

• Work with engineers to set up mechanical laboratory tests, record data and enter data into lab computers.
• Work to assemble manifolds, valves, containers, and help set up instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Use Microsoft Excel to maintain lab data.
• Acid wash Teflon and stainless steel valves.
• Acid wash of stainless steel vessels.
• Disassemble, inspect, re‑assemble and helium leak check of stainless steel container vessels and valves.
• Wash, dry and inspect quartz and borosilicate glassware.
• Work in cleanroom and maintain its integrity and housekeeping.
• Utilize a computer to input and retrieve data.
• Apply PVC coating to quartz and borosilicate glassware.
• Perform quality inspections.
• Package chemicals into quartz or stainless steel vessels.
• Operate a forklift and unload trucks.
• Assist with inorganic and organic chemical consolidation.
• Decontaminate certain stainless steel and quartz vessels and complete required documentation.
• Consolidation of hazardous waste.
• Document all stages of customer returned items with computer entries.
• Understand and have knowledge of inventory control and cycle counting.
• Modify and repair both Pyrex and quartz glassware.
• Participate in Staple Ops Dent Collection and Review process.

Additional Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. General industry experience preferably in a manufacturing environment. Equivalent education or military experience may be substituted for industry experience.
• Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets and technical drawings.
• Ability to wear full face air‑purifying respirator and other PPE.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform other physical tasks required by the job.
• Must possess a strong mechanical background.
• Education must be listed on all resumes.
• Background check: Air Products Core.

Fit for Duty Evaluation

A pre‑placement Fit for Duty Evaluation is required. Candidate will frequently lift/carry 25‑35 lbs and occasionally lift/carry 36‑50 lbs. Candidate will be required to work with solvents of various types and may need to wear a respirator (infrequently if at all).

Required Skills

The successful candidate must be able to read and write fluently in English, understand written and verbal instructions, and work well in a team environment. A good demonstrated mechanical aptitude is preferred.