Utilities Maintenance Technician - 3rd Shift **$1.00 Shift Differential**

Electrolit Manufacturing USA; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolit Manufacturing USA in Waco, TX is seeking an Industrial Utilities Technician to maintain and repair utility systems crucial for manufacturing operations. Key duties include preventive maintenance on boilers, HVAC, and other systems, alongside troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or technical certification, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong analytical skills. The role involves on-site attendance and lifting up to 40 lbs. Consider joining our expanding team in a cutting-edge facility.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial utilities or plant maintenance, preferably in manufacturing.
• Electrical background including low-voltage and industrial wiring.
• Comfortable with hands-on field work.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on all plant utility systems.
• Monitor and record equipment performance to avoid downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Complex Problem Solving

Active Listening

Science/Engineering

Education

High School diploma or technical certification

Tools

Electrical maintenance tools

Job description

Overview

Electrolit Manufacturing USA (EMUSA) is a new, state‑of‑the‑art beverage manufacturing facility currently under construction in Waco, TX. The 640,000 sqft facility is situated in Texas Central Industrial Park and will operate on a 24/7 schedule with a target start date of January 2026. The facility will manufacture and distribute the 26 flavors of Electrolit™ , the fastest‑growing isotonic hydration beverage in the U.S.

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of the Industrial Utilities Technician is to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair all utility systems that support manufacturing operations, including boilers, chillers, air compressors, HVAC, water treatment, and other facility infrastructure. This role ensures continuous operation of plant utilities to support production efficiency, safety, and compliance with environmental and regulatory standards. This position will be working with sensitive information and will require an NDA. The Industrial Utilities Technician will report to the Facilities and Utilities Coordinator.

Principal Duties

• Daily On-Site Attendance.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on all plant utility systems (boilers, compressors, chillers, HVAC, water and wastewater systems, etc.).
• Monitor, inspect, and record equipment performance; identify issues before they cause downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Maintain and calibrate instrumentation, control systems, and sensors related to utilities equipment.
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new utilities equipment or facility upgrades.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company policies, OSHA standards, and environmental regulations.
• Support plant operations by responding promptly to maintenance calls and emergencies.
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives to enhance system performance and efficiency.
• Any other duties related to the job as assigned by Management.

Abilities

• Written Comprehension/Expression – The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing and to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents.
• Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Complex Problem Solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Science/Engineering – Using scientific and engineering rules and methods to solve problems.
• Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Inductive Reasoning – The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
• Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem‑solving and decision making.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and/or technical certification in Maintenance Program, Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial utilities or plant maintenance (manufacturing environment strongly preferred).
• Electrical background, including experience with low‑voltage and industrial wiring and electrical maintenance.
• Comfortable with hands‑on field work—must be able to work in production areas, climb ladders, and use tools in real‑time troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Employee must abide by our company values: Humility, Honesty, Mutual Respect and Equitable Treatment of All, Dependability and Accountability, and Initiative.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherited in the occupation.

Electrolit Manufacturing Inc. is committed to maintaining a work environment that promotes diversity and is free of discrimination. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment might be subject of passing a drug test.