Maintenance Technician

UFP Industries; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Technician in Port Arthur, TX. You will maintain, repair, and install equipment and machinery under supervision, perform routine PMs, and help ensure safe, efficient plant operations.

You should be organized, detail-focused, and able to read basic schematics. A valid driver’s license and willingness to learn are required to support cross-department collaboration and ongoing improvement.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• 1–2 years of maintenance/repair experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• Ability to safely use hydraulic/pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and related tools.
• Ability to read and use measuring tools with precision (0.001”).
• Familiarity with common hand tools and troubleshooting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance as directed by a supervisor.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment and machinery.
• Apply OSHA safety requirements in daily activities.
• Follow lock-out/tag-out procedures and maintain safety.
• Organize parts and materials; keep work area tidy.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure uptime and quality.
• Lift and move loads up to 50 lbs; handle effort safely.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and grow in the role.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Team player

Willing to learn

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic equipment

Pneumatic equipment

Presses

Cordless drills

Clamps

Measuring equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Maintenance Technician maintains, repairs, and installs equipment, machinery, and facilities under direct supervision. Maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. This is the entry-level position for the Maintenance Technician series.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• This position performs routine tasks and duties including performing scheduled preventative maintenance pm assigned by a supervisor
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains mechanical equipment and machinery using a variety of tools
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they pertain to daily activities
• Practices safety awareness in all actions, including machine operation and lock-out/tag-out procedures for all responsibilities
• Shares information with the supervisor and other team members in a manner that is understandable
• Possesses strong troubleshooting skills
• General knowledge of tools both hand tools and power tools
• Ability to provide personal tools as required
• Must be able to read and understand basic machine schematics with little guidance
• Highly organized with an emphasis on detail
• Organize parts and materials in the proper locations
• Lift, move, push, pull, carry and manipulate large and small materials weighing up to 20lbs frequently and up to 50lbs unaccompanied
• Display a positive team player approach supporting management objectives
• Able to follow directions well
• Display the willingness to learn
• Ability to work with other departments to ensure overall success
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required
• 1-2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment is desirable
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must have the ability to use the following equipment in a safe and effective manner: hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, presses, cordless drills, clamps, and other misc small tools
• Willing to learn how to properly use a variety of measuring equipment to a high level of accuracy of 0.001” to diagnose wear or damage in machine parts; such as digital and dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, levels, angle and depth gages, etc
• Familiarity with related hand tools and troubleshooting equipment

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.