Plant Maintenance Tech — Precision Repairs & Welding

The Gowan Co.; Arizona; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gowan Co. in Yuma, AZ is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair plant equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, disassembly, cleaning, precision repair, and modifications under supervision to ensure smooth plant operations.

Requires strong mechanical aptitude, welding proficiency (MIG/TIG/Arc), and ability to read electrical blueprints. High School Diploma or GED is required; technical maintenance training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Technical training or certification in maintenance or related field preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are essential.
• Experience with industrial-grade equipment and ability to maintain/repair such equipment.
• Proficiency in MIG/TIG/Arc welding and related equipment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in an industrial environment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to read electrical blueprints and plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair functions on plant equipment.
• Disassemble, clean, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Execute precision repairs and modifications to machinery or systems.
• Operate and maintain industrial-grade equipment.
• Follow all safety policies in daily duties.
• Utilize welding equipment including MIG, TIG, Arc, plasma cutter and oxy-acetylene tools.
• Use precision measuring tools for repairs.
• Read electrical blueprints and plans for repairs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Read blueprints

Welding (MIG/TIG/Arc)

Forklift operation

Safety protocols

English communication

Power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training or certification in maintenance

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Arc welding

Plasma cutter

Oxy-acetylene cutting

Measuring tools

Welding equipment

Job description

The Gowan Co. in Yuma, AZ is seeking a Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair plant equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, disassembly, cleaning, precision repair, and modifications under supervision to ensure smooth plant operations.

Requires strong mechanical aptitude, welding proficiency (MIG/TIG/Arc), and ability to read electrical blueprints. High School Diploma or GED is required; technical maintenance training is preferred.