Maintenance Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation. You will troubleshoot, repair and maintain production machinery and facility equipment to maximize uptime and reliability.

The role requires strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, with experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors and automated equipment. Prior experience in corrugated packaging is preferred, and you will work a 1st shift

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of industrial mechanical and electrical maintenance experience in manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, bearings, gear trains, pumps and power transmission systems.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical circuits, motors, sensors and related controls.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic and motor drives/VFDs.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Welding and basic fabrication skills.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and responding to breakdowns.
• Familiarity with CMMS/work-order systems.
• Basic computer skills (Word/Excel) and strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain automated production and converting equipment.
• Perform preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures and complete repairs.
• Read schematics, drawings and equipment prints.
• Rebuild equipment, fabricate parts and perform basic welding as needed.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors, drives and sensors.
• Operate CMMS to manage work orders and maintenance tasks.
• Support HVAC, compressors, chillers and plumbing as required.
• Maintain safe working practices and PPE compliance.
• Work 10–12 hour shifts, weekends and overtime as needed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Conveyors

Gear trains

PLC basics

Welding

Fabrication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Electrical meters

Calipers

Voltage testers

Multimeter

Job description

**Maintenance TechnicianFort Worth, TXPackaging ManufacturingSalary: $28/hr - $32/hrShift: 1stShift 6am-2:30pmStart Date: ASAPPosition Summary:**We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation in Fort Worth, TX. This is a hands-on position responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production machinery and facility equipment to maximize uptime and equipment reliability.The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills with experience working on hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, power transmission systems, and automated manufacturing equipment. Experience within the corrugated packaging industry, particularly with rotary die cutters and folder gluers, is highly preferred.**Key Responsibilities:**Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated production and converting equipment.Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance to minimize production downtime.Diagnose mechanical and electrical equipment failures and complete necessary repairs.Troubleshoot industrial electrical circuits, motors, drives, sensors, limit switches, and basic PLC/ladder logic systems.Maintain and repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including pumps, cylinders, valves, and related components.Service conveyors, gear trains, bearings, motors, gearboxes, and other power transmission equipment.Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment prints.Perform equipment rebuilding, fabrication, and basic welding as required.Troubleshoot and maintain both air-operated and electric pumps.Execute scheduled preventive maintenance and work orders through a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).Support facility equipment including HVAC systems, air compressors, water chillers, and plumbing.Use electrical meters, calipers, pressure gauges, temperature gauges, and other diagnostic/measuring equipment.Assist with maintenance improvements designed to increase equipment reliability and reduce downtime.Analyze maintenance performance, including PM compliance, equipment downtime, and emergency versus scheduled maintenance.Follow all plant safety procedures, including applicable OSHA and maintenance safety requirements.Maintain a clean and safe working environment and wear required PPE.Perform additional maintenance duties as required.**Required Qualifications:**2–5+ years of industrial mechanical and electrical maintenance experience within a manufacturing environment.Strong hands-on electrical and mechanical troubleshooting capabilities.Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, bearings, gear trains, pumps, and power transmission systems.Experience troubleshooting industrial electrical circuits, motors, sensors, and related controls.Basic knowledge of PLCs, ladder logic, and motor drives/VFDs.Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.Welding and basic fabrication skills.Experience performing preventive maintenance and responding to production breakdowns.Familiarity with CMMS/work-order systems.Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.Strong understanding of industrial safety practices and OSHA requirements.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Strong communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to work 10–12-hour shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.Ability to safely wear required PPE, including hearing and eye protection.**Preferred Qualifications:**High School Diploma or GED.Previous experience maintaining corrugated converting or packaging machinery.Experience with rotary die cutters and/or folder gluers.Knowledge of ink systems and corrugated production equipment.Previous experience in a multi-craft industrial maintenance environment.You should be proficient in:PLC Troubleshooting Skills120/208/240/480 Voltage SystemsElectrical TroubleshootingMaintenance and Repair SkillsIndustrial Electrical ExperiencePackaging ExperienceMechanical Systems & Component RepairElectrical Schematic ReadingMachines & technologies you'll use:Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)Conveyor SystemsServo Motors