Maintenance Technician Night Shift

ZXP Technologies Ltd.; Highlands (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ZXP is seeking a maintenance technician in Texas responsible for mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, repair and support to improve plant reliability. The role stresses independent work and contributing to preventive maintenance objectives.

You will repair pumps, conveyors, motors, hydraulics and pneumatics, perform electrical repairs, and document work while following safety policies and LOTO procedures. On-call or weekend rotation is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• Maintenance experience required, ideally in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, pumps, conveyors, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in repairing equipment to OEM specifications and tolerances.
• Ability to complete detailed maintenance and repair documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience repairing and replacing electrical components.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic knowledge of Asset essentials or the ability and willingness to learn.
• Willingness and availability to participate in on-call or weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machinery and production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
• Follow PM programs and improve plant reliability.
• Document repair status and communicate with manager.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule.
• Adhere to lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Support general maintenance tasks as needed.
• Work safely in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Documentation

On-call rotation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Tools

Pumps

Conveyors

Motors

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

LOTO knowledge

Job description

At ZXP, our cultural values define how we live and work. We provide quality products, services, and technology to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with a skilled and knowledgeable workforce who enjoy working at ZXP in a safe work environment while living and modeling a culture built on honest-ethical behavior and respect for the environment worldwide.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing maintenance activities with a primary focus on mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, repair, and support. The role also involves assisting with a variety of general maintenance tasks as required to support overall plant reliability and performance. The candidate will demonstrate strong mechanical background, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to supporting preventive maintenance (PM) objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment, including motors, pumps, pneumatic tools, conveyors, mixers, filling equipment, and production machinery.
• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Apply thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Assist with basic electrical repairs as needed.
• Follow directions from maintenance manager while remaining self-motivated and goal-oriented.
• Support and contribute to the company’s preventive maintenance (PM) program.
• Communicate repair status clearly to manager and complete all required documentation.
• Participate in a rotating call-out schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.
• maintenance experience required, ideally in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment.
• knowledge of mechanical systems, pumps, conveyors, motors, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in repairing equipment to OEM specifications and tolerances.
• Ability to complete detailed maintenance and repair documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience repairing and replacing electrical components.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic knowledge of Asset essentials or the ability and willingness to learn.
• Willingness and availability to participate in on-call or weekend rotation.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing stairs, and facility inspections throughout the workday
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including noise, moving equipment, fumes, airborne particles, oils, and chemicals
• Indoor and outdoor work conditions consistent with Texas weather
• Use of required PPE and compliance with company safety policies is mandatory
• Ability to work in production, warehouse, tank farm, and blending environments as needed