Maintenance Technician

gpac; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Opportunities for overtime

Stable year-round employment

Team environment

Job summary

gpac is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician to support our recycling operation in Dallas, TX. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of industrial equipment, vehicles, and facility systems to keep operations safe and efficient.

You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues, perform routine inspections, and maintain accurate maintenance records while adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable using a wide variety of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment.
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and repair documentation.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on recycling equipment, vehicles, and facility machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Repair and maintain: Three industrial balers, Two industrial shredders, Thirteen forklifts, Skid steer loaders, Company truck fleet including bobtails, roll-off trucks, and tractor-trailers, approximately 100 dry van trailers.
• Perform routine inspections to identify maintenance needs before equipment failures occur.
• Complete minor welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
• Replace bearings, belts, chains, hoses, cylinders, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Assist with hydraulic system troubleshooting and repairs.
• Assist with electrical troubleshooting and repairs when qualified.
• Maintain shop tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and report equipment issues to management.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company safety policies.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel mechanics

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hydraulics

Welding

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Schematics reading

Mechanical aptitude

Welding certifications

Electrical certifications

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Shop tools

Portable welding gear

Job description

A well-established recycling company is seeking a dependable, self-motivated Maintenance Technician to help maintain and repair the equipment that keeps our recycling operation running safely and efficiently. This position is responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a wide variety of industrial equipment, vehicles, and facility systems.

Dallas TX, Full time / On site Schedule 6:00 - 17:00

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on recycling equipment, vehicles, and facility machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Repair and maintain: Three industrial balers (two horizontal balers and one two-ram baler), Two industrial shredders, Thirteen forklifts, Skid steer loaders, Company truck fleet, including bobtails, roll-off trucks, and tractor-trailers, Approximately 100 dry van trailers.
• Perform routine inspections to identify maintenance needs before equipment failures occur.
• Complete minor welding and fabrication repairs as needed.
• Replace bearings, belts, chains, hoses, cylinders, motors, and other mechanical components.
• Assist with hydraulic system troubleshooting and repairs.
• Assist with electrical troubleshooting and repairs when qualified.
• Maintain shop tools and equipment in a clean and organized condition.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and report equipment issues to management.
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all company safety policies.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in industrial maintenance, heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, or a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable using a wide variety of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment.
• Working knowledge of: Hydraulics, Industrial mechanical systems, Welding, Electrical troubleshooting, Preventative maintenance practices
• Ability to read equipment manuals, schematics, and repair documentation.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong work ethic with a high level of initiative and reliability.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in recycling, manufacturing, industrial processing, or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Forklift maintenance experience.
• CDL or experience working on commercial trucks is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required.
• Welding certifications or electrical certifications are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, kneel, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work around industrial machinery in varying temperatures and conditions.
• Must be able to safely operate maintenance equipment and tools.

Language Requirements

• English

Skills

• Industrial maintenance
• Heavy equipment repair
• Diesel mechanics
• Troubleshooting
• Hand tools
• Power tools
• Diagnostic equipment
• Hydraulics
• Welding
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance
• Schematics reading
• Mechanical aptitude
• Welding certifications
• Electrical certifications

Compensation And Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for overtime
• Stable, year-round employment
• Opportunity to work with a wide variety of industrial equipment in a team-oriented environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.