Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician

Defense Mechanics Inc; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Mechanics Inc in Denton, Texas is seeking a Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician. In this role, you will be the technical expert on the production floor, ensuring the smooth operation of automated systems while driving equipment reliability through preventive maintenance initiatives.

The ideal candidate has significant experience in industrial maintenance, troubleshooting expertise, and the ability to lead maintenance workflows while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial maintenance or automation environments.
• Proficient in troubleshooting starters, relays, limit switches.
• Experience with mechanical alignment and pump system maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Execute repairs across various systems to maintain manufacturing performance.
• Diagnose faults in motors and automation.
• Optimize maintenance workflows and document repairs.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Troubleshooting skills

Familiarity with automated systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology

Tools

PLC systems

CMMS or ERP platforms like SAP

Job description

About the Role

As a Senior Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will serve as a technical expert on the production floor, ensuring the seamless operation of complex automated systems and robotic infrastructure. You will drive equipment reliability by spearheading preventive maintenance initiatives and resolving intricate mechanical and electrical challenges to maximize facility uptime.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex repairs across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems to maintain peak manufacturing performance.
• Diagnose and resolve faults in motors, VFDs, sensors, and PLC-controlled automation to minimize operational disruptions.
• Optimize production throughput by overseeing the maintenance of conveyors, robotic palletizers, and high-speed packaging lines.
• Manage the lifecycle of equipment health by scheduling and implementing robust preventive maintenance programs.
• Lead technical upgrades, including equipment installations and wiring enhancements, to modernize facility capabilities.
• Champion a culture of safety by strictly enforcing OSHA standards, lockout/tagout protocols, and proactive hazard mitigation.
• Collaborate with operations teams to streamline maintenance workflows and maintain precise documentation of all repairs and parts inventory.

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proven experience in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or automation environments.
• Strong proficiency in troubleshooting starters, relays, limit switches, and complex sensor arrays.
• Demonstrated ability to perform mechanical alignment, lubrication, and pump system maintenance.

Preferred Skills

• Technical Certificate or Associate Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology.
• Hands‑on experience with PLC troubleshooting, HMI diagnostics, and basic logic edits.
• Familiarity with CMMS or ERP platforms like SAP for maintenance tracking.
• Expertise in managing automated production lines and material handling systems.