Maintenance Technician

Adaptive Resources; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Adaptive Resources in McKinney, TX seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment, ensuring reliability of process controls. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, coordinate repairs, and maintain records to reduce downtime.

The role requires strong safety discipline and collaboration with engineering teams. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with manufacturing or processing equipment, PLC familiarity, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Strong maintenance skills for manufacturing or process equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and repairs on industrial systems.
• Ability to read schematics, manuals, and equipment specs.
• Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment and process control basics.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair industrial equipment to support reliable process control.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and coordinate repairs.
• Update maintenance records and follow standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to meet performance goals.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical diagnosis

PLC knowledge

Safety compliance

Technical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Company Description

Adaptive Resources applies scientific principles to advance process control for complex manufacturing environments. The company delivers advanced control technology solutions, process consulting, and systems integration to help clients reduce variability, improve quality, and lower energy use and waste. Its four-tier approach includes field instrument selection and validation, systems integration, advanced control loops in PLCs, and QuickStudy model-based predictive controls. Adaptive Resources serves industries such as food, power, metals, and manufacturing, offering both technology and hands-on expertise at every stage of process control design and integration. More information is available at adaptiveresources.com.

Role Description

The Maintenance Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in McKinney, TX. This role is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing industrial equipment and systems to support reliable process control operations. Day-to-day tasks include performing routine and preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, troubleshooting equipment failures, and coordinating repairs to minimize downtime. The Maintenance Technician will collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure equipment performance aligns with process control requirements and safety standards. The role also involves updating maintenance records, following standard operating procedures, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in the facility.

Qualifications

• Strong equipment maintenance and industrial maintenance skills, including hands-on experience with manufacturing or process equipment.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance and maintenance & repair activities on industrial systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation such as schematics, manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Working knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment and basic understanding of process control systems is highly beneficial.
• Commitment to safety practices and regulatory compliance in an industrial environment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mechanics, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, food processing, power, metals, or similar industrial sectors is a plus.