Maintenance Technician II- Dallas

Envision, Inc.; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid life insurance

10 paid holidays

PTO & vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Envision, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain industrial sewing machines and related equipment. You will support electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and sewing systems and cross-train on vinyl and paper production gear.

The role requires a strong hands-on background in manufacturing maintenance, with a focus on safety and quality, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in industrial maintenance or technical school certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years machine maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing industrial sewing equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair complex manufacturing equipment that integrates electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and sewing systems.
• Inspect, measure, and calibrate sewing machine components; repair or replace defective parts as needed.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and sewing equipment schematics; perform preventative maintenance inspections.
• Cross-train and assist with maintenance of vinyl and paper production equipment to support broader operations.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

PLC basics

Diagnostics tools

Safety protocols

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Multimeters

Job description

DLS Farmers Branch - Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

First Shift

High School Diploma

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Category

Description

Working at Envision means having a job that’s more than just a way to make money. It's a job that makes a difference.

We offer team members:

• Careers with purpose
• Teamwork environment
• Envision Paid Life Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO & Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial sewing machines as the primary focus, while supporting other manufacturing equipment that integrates electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. This role requires cross-training to assist with vinyl and paper equipment maintenance as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

• Independently troubleshoot and repair complex manufacturing equipment that integrates electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and sewing systems.
• Use advanced analytical troubleshooting skills to make in depth repairs and corrections based on observation of equipment in operation and product defects.
• Dismantle defective machinery and equipment to gain access to problem area or to install new or repaired parts and perform major overhauls.
• Inspect, measure, and calibrate sewing machine components such as needles, bobbins, feed dogs, belts, and motors, repairing or replacing defective parts as needed.
• Test machines following repairs to ensure good product quality prior to returning machine to service.
• Facilitate fabrication of suitable replacement or upgraded machinery parts.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and sewing equipment schematics.
• Perform in-depth electrical and mechanical predictive maintenance inspections, procedures and tasks following preventative maintenance program guidelines.
• Perform in-depth electrical troubleshooting and repairs on equipment electrical systems.
• Exhibit the ability to distinguish and repair drive systems and electronics problems, reprogram drives and PLC's and repair or replace as applicable.
• Process work requests and other data using computerized maintenance management system.
• Cross-train and assist with maintenance and repair of vinyl and paper production equipment to support broader operational needs.
• Use equipment manuals to determine parts to be ordered for specific machinery.
• Use independent judgment in determining technical objectives of assignment.
• Assist in training lower level or new maintenance technicians.
• Communicate with other personnel concerning operation, safety and overall performance of equipment and process.
• Flexibility to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in industrial maintenance or technical school certificate preferred; previous first aid and safety coursework desired.

Experience: Minimum of 4 years machine maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment required. Hands‑on experience maintaining and repairing industrial sewing equipment strongly preferred.

Attire: Steel toe safety boots are required.

Knowle dge/Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of common industrial equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and advanced knowledge of electrical systems, drives, and PLCs.
• Ability to use diagnostics tools and precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and multi-meters.
• Familiarity with sewing machine adjustments including thread tension, stitch timing and alignment.
• Proficient in computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Previous training on Lock Out / Tag Out procedures and protocols.
• Flexibility to work different shifts and/or overtime as necessary.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a team‑oriented work environment and with cross‑functional teams.
• Must be self‑motivated, safety and quality conscious, and possess ability to work efficiently with minimal direction.

Licenses/Certifications: Must maintain a current forklift certification.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

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VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

Can be performed with or without assistive technology:

_X_ Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact.

_X_ Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm’s reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery.

_X_ Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures.

Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity:

_X_ Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts.

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