Maintenance Technician

Element Staffing Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a reputable chemical company in Southeast Houston. The role requires 1-2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, with a focus on supporting plant equipment and adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate should be able to read diagrams and have welding skills. Compensation ranges from $28 to $34 per hour, depending on experience. This is a full-time position with a contract-to-hire option.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to interpret P&ID diagrams.
• Good understanding of rigging and heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical support to maintain plant equipment.
• Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
• Operate rigging equipment to place heavy machinery.

Skills

Mechanical support

Reading diagrams

Welding

Basic electrical knowledge

Education

High School, A.S., or B.S.

Job description

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Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Job Description: Element Staffing is recruiting for an Maintenance Technician for a very reputable chemical company in SE Houston. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, provide mechanical support to maintain the plant equipment in good condition and also follow the instructions given by the maintenance manager regarding new and existing work orders. Local candidates only.

Duties/Responsibilities/Qualifications:

• Read diagrams and schematic drawings and service manuals to determine work procedures.
• Operate rigging equipment to place heavy machinery and parts.
• Fit bearings, align gears and shafts, attach motors, and connect couplings and belts.
• Align and test equipment and make any necessary adjustments.
• Welding and fabrication of pipe systems and pipe supports.
• Industrial production and processing systems as required for construction or maintenance.
• Should be very good in interpreting the P & ID.
• Some knowledge of basic electrical diagrams.

Additional Information:

• Years of Experience: 1-2 years
• Education: High School, A.S., or B.S. (High School and Trade School preferred)
• Shift/Travel: M - F (7am - 3pm)
• Compensation: DOE, $28 - $34/hr
• Assignment Type: Contract to Hire
• Location: Southeast Houston, TX
• Local candidates only

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Science

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing and Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing

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