Maintenance Technician

AmeriTex Pipe & Products; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriTex Pipe & Products in Conroe, TX is seeking aMaintenance Technician to support daily production equipment maintenance and repair. You will perform routine inspections, troubleshoot breakdowns, and install or modify equipment to maintain plant efficiency.

The role requires at least two years of experience in industrial maintenance, knowledge of LOTO procedures, and a solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial production and material-handling equipment.
• Working knowledge of lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Basic understanding of computer systems and controls.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety guidelines and procedures.
• Adheres to required safe working procedures.
• Assists with daily maintenance of production equipment to support plant operations.
• Assists in installing new production equipment.
• Services and maintains equipment including motors, conveyors, and transmission systems.
• Conducts daily inspections of production machines for proper functionality.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical breakdowns.
• Fabricates parts for repairs and upgrades using hand and machine tools.
• Ensures operation of machinery by completing maintenance repairs, installations, and changeovers.
• Performs routine maintenance and safety checks on production equipment.
• Documents work performed using the CMMS app.
• Uses hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
• Learns to operate various tools and meters.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets technical procedures and service manuals.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Reading manuals

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate Technical Degree

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

• Follows Safety Guidelines and procedures set for this role.
• Adheres to all required safe working procedures.
• Assists with daily maintenance of production equipment to support the operation of the plant.
• Assists in the installation of new production equipment.
• Services and maintains equipment, including motors, conveyors, transmission systems, and production-related equipment.
• Conducts daily inspections assessing the proper functionality of production machines.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical breakdowns.
• Fabricates parts for repairs and upgrades using hand and machine tools.
• Ensures the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance repairs, equipment installations, and changeovers.
• Conducts routine maintenance and safety checks on production equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Documents all the work done on the facilities and equipment using the CMMS app.
• Uses hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
• Learn to use various hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and service manuals to perform required maintenance and service.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate Technical Degree preferred.

SKILLS And EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial manufacturing production and material-handling equipment is required.
• Working knowledge of lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Basic understanding of computer systems and controls
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

Monday-Friday 2PM-10PM (Weekend availability)