Maintenance Technician

American Lumber; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

American Lumber in Bryan, TX is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations through installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial equipment. This on-site role reports to the Maintenance Manager and helps minimize downtime while keeping production running safely and efficiently.

You will perform preventive maintenance, read blueprints and manuals, and collaborate with production and maintenance teams on equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and manuals.
• Familiarity with PLCs and control systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and lubrications on production machinery.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

PLC troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Lockout/tagout

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

PLC systems

Industrial equipment

Job description

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations through the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial equipment and systems.

This role is critical to keeping production equipment operating safely, reliably, and efficiently. The Maintenance Technician will work closely with Maintenance and Production teams to minimize downtime, identify equipment issues, complete preventive maintenance, and support equipment installations and upgrades.

This is a full-time, on-site position within our Manufacturing operations and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

What You’ll Do

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial and manufacturing equipment
• Set up controls and adjust machine settings as needed
• Inspect mechanical and electrical systems to ensure proper operation
• Perform lubrication, alignment, calibration, and other routine equipment maintenance
• Replace bearings, belts, motors, drives, sensors, and other components as needed
• Assist with installation and setup of new equipment and equipment upgrades

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues
• Troubleshoot PLC-related equipment problems
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and equipment documentation
• Monitor equipment for malfunctions, defects, unusual noises, or changes in performance
• Identify problems quickly and take appropriate corrective action to reduce downtime

Preventive Maintenance

• Perform daily and scheduled preventive maintenance on production machinery and auxiliary equipment
• Complete maintenance logs and documentation accurately
• Coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules and operational needs
• Identify developing equipment concerns before they result in unexpected failures

Safety & Compliance

• Perform safety checks to ensure equipment guards, controls, and safety devices are functioning properly
• Follow company safety requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, and standard operating procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
• Identify and communicate unsafe equipment conditions or maintenance concerns

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Production and Maintenance team members to minimize equipment downtime
• Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and completed work clearly
• Support maintenance projects, equipment modifications, and plant improvement initiatives
• Respond to equipment issues and help maintain efficient day-to-day plant operations

What You’ll Bring

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial equipment and components, including:
• Bearings, belts, conveyors, motors, and drives
• Sensors and pneumatic systems
• Lighting and DC lifts
• Industrial threading equipment
• Working knowledge of 480V three-phase electrical systems
• Understanding of basic AC/DC electrical principles
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, technical manuals, and blueprints
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work safely around industrial machinery and follow lockout/tagout procedures
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to accurately document maintenance work and completed repairs

Why American Lumber

At American Lumber, our Maintenance team plays an important role in keeping our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in solving problems, supporting the team, and keeping equipment ready to meet production needs.

If you have hands‑on industrial maintenance experience and enjoy troubleshooting, repairing, and improving equipment, we’d love to hear from you!