Maintenance Technician II - Night Shift

Associated Materials Innovations; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Associated Materials, LLC. is seeking a Maintenance Technician II in Ennis, TX who will troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and recondition machinery and facility equipment.

The role uses diagrams, manuals, and specs to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, working independently to ensure safe and efficient operation. You will perform reactive and planned maintenance, set up electrical panels, assist junior technicians, and manage basic welding tasks.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints and diagrams to diagnose and repair systems.
• Uses measuring instruments to verify tolerances and perform basic failure analysis.
• Troubleshoots electronic and electrical components in machinery.
• Proficient with hand and power tools for maintenance tasks.
• Applies strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance on machinery and facility equipment.
• Conduct simple welding tasks and procure needed supplies.
• Analyze and troubleshoot machine failures; collaborate with planner/scheduler.
• Wire, build, and troubleshoot electrical panels and equipment to NFPA/NEC standards.
• Maintain grounds and building exterior; perform routine electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and HVAC repairs.
• Assist lower-level technicians and leadership in training and development.
• Set up and operate machining tools (lathe, drill press, grinder) to manufacture parts.
• Troubleshoot 480V components including drives and PLC systems; knowledge of major controllers is a plus.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Measuring instruments

Electrical/electronic troubleshooting

Hand and power tools

Analytical problem solving

Arithmetic/data interpretation

Industrial maintenance experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician II (Job Code ENM009) – Ennis, TX

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and reconditioning machinery and facility equipment. This role works from diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacturer specifications to diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical issues. The technician independently identifies issues, implements solutions, and ensures equipment and facility systems operate safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform self‑directed reactive and planned maintenance, including observing devices, dismantling to access defective parts, examining parts for defects, adjusting functional parts, repairing or replacing defective parts, and testing devices for performance.
• Conduct simple welding tasks and order supplies and repair items as necessary.
• Analyze and troubleshoot machine failures, proactively championing projects and working closely with planner/scheduler.
• Lay out, wire, build, and troubleshoot electrical panels and machinery to NFPA/NEC standards.
• Maintain the grounds and building exterior, performing routine electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and HVAC repairs.
• Assist lower‑level technicians and leadership to small teams, performing advanced functions as part of training and development.
• Set up and operate multiple machining operations, including lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts.
• Troubleshoot 480 components including drives and PLC software; BMC and Allen Bradley knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of Omron, Barber Coleman, ABB, Reliance, and Yaskawa controllers.
• Repair and install A/C and D/C drives, including conversions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to use measuring instruments and perform basic failure analysis.
• Understanding of electronic components to troubleshoot and repair.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic arithmetic skills, including calculation of ratios, percentages, and interpretation of bar graphs.
• Experience in an industrial electrician/maintenance role or extrusion manufacturing environment (5 years preferred).

Work Environment

Manufacturing plant environment with moving machinery and noise. Employees must wear issued personal protective equipment. Temperature ranges from extreme cold to extreme heat. Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, kneeling, squatting, crawling, and manipulating tools.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Opportunity for growth within a long‑standing business.
• Premier company culture.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Discount programs.

Compensation

The actual wage offered will be based on multiple factors, including job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.