Maintenance Technician Hands-on Troubleshooting & Repairs

Novipax; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Novipax in El Paso, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for preventive maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment across the plant. You will troubleshoot, replace defective parts, and ensure a safe, clean work environment while performing welding and minor building repairs as needed.

The role requires operating lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools, along with safe operation of jib cranes and forklifts. Occasional cross-area duties may apply.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and troubleshooting as needed.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes/replaces defective parts safely and maintains inventory levels of parts and supplies.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment by following procedures and safety rules.
• Capable of minor welding, brazing, and cutting torch work; minor repairs to trucks and forklifts.
• Operates jib cranes and forklifts safely; uses safety equipment and follows safety rules.
• Performs minor building repairs using masonry, carpentry, and/or cement work.
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make/repair parts.
• May work in other areas of the plant and perform other duties as assigned.
• Initiates purchase order requests for parts or buildings and reports safety issues to management.

Job description

Novipax in El Paso, TX is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for preventive maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment across the plant. You will troubleshoot, replace defective parts, and ensure a safe, clean work environment while performing welding and minor building repairs as needed.

The role requires operating lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools, along with safe operation of jib cranes and forklifts. Occasional cross-area duties may apply.