Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician

Solar Turbines; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Texas seeks a Maintenance/Facilities Technician to maintain plant facilities and equipment onsite, driving safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role requires hands-on skills across electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing systems, with strong problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience, be able to work with various teams, and document maintenance activities accurately.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in general maintenance or facility maintenance.
• Working knowledge of maintenance lift equipment, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
• Understand lockout / tagout procedures.
• Knowledgeable in HVAC operation, maintenance, and system components.
• Knowledgeable in cutting, grinding, welding, and fabrication.
• Proven troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Working knowledge of Oil/water separator systems and maintenance.
• Collaborate with Planner / Scheduler to optimize preventative maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of electricity and electrical systems (AC/DC, relays, switches, fuses, breakers, motors).
• Team player with customer service focus and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing repairs.
• Provide preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on facility and production equipment.
• Document maintenance activities and complete work orders promptly.
• Train less experienced technicians and share knowledge.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Skills

Maintenance expertise

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

HVAC knowledge

Safety compliance

Documentation

Communication skills

MS Office

Team player

Tools

MS Office Applications

CMMS

Web Control

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Texas seeks a Maintenance/Facilities Technician to maintain plant facilities and equipment onsite, driving safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role requires hands-on skills across electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing systems, with strong problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience, be able to work with various teams, and document maintenance activities accurately.