Industrial Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician(s) report directly to the Houston Plant Manager. This is an advanced skill level position that requires an individual who demonstrates excellent technical and mechanical skills, an efficient grasp of troubleshooting methods, good documentation and communication skills, an understanding of mechanized equipment, and the motivation to problem-solve and develop solutions. This person is responsible for safe and professional troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining equipment, and maintaining repair logs at the Houston Plant (Plasma cutters, CNC turret punches, brake presses, paint booths, and painting equipment). This person is also responsible for coordinating maintenance and maintaining logs for the facility and fleet of service vehicles.

• Use a wide variety of tools to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment. Conduct preventive maintenance tasks and audits of machine condition(s) related to preventive maintenance.
• Communicate verbally, in-writing, and electronically via computer to other team members and comprehend communication received from team members in the same fashion.
• Operate machines controls and manipulate machines manually to perform troubleshooting or return machines to operating condition. Perform in-process diagnosis of equipment based on vibration, noise, and sight.
• Use the internet to search for replacement parts, technical manuals, industry standards, etc.
• Set-up fixtures and work holding devices, check assembly clearances, assemble mechanical machine components and test for proper function. Replace/add fluids, greases, filters, belts, chains, etc.
• Interpret engineering prints, OEM assembly drawings, ladder diagrams, schematics, etc. Visually identify machine components. (i.e. motor starter, disconnect, fuse, PLC, solenoid valve, linear rail, flow switch, etc.)
• Ensure that all installation vehicles and equipment are in good working order and properly maintained.
• Coordinate with contractors to manage facilities maintenance and maintain records
• Use CMMS to keep a log of all equipment repairs
• Operate all installation trucks/welders and production equipment.
• Manage and organize expense reports for equipment repair.
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, & crouch in and around tightly configured spaces. Must consistently lift and carry 10 pounds and lift and/or move 50 pounds.
• Travel to vendors and mechanic locations as necessary.
• Regular hours are daytime M-F. NOTE: Priority equipment repairs will require additional hours and weekends.

• Proficient in reading/writing/typing in English. Comprehend written, visual, and verbal instructions. Experience presenting information in small group situations. Excellent reasoning skills related to cause and effect.
• Excellent ability to identify critical troubleshooting details to minimize repair times.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with production employees and contractors in a professional and effective manner.
• Exceptional teamwork, communication, time management, data processing, multi-tasking skills, with an understanding of urgency and critical issues is required.
• Completion of 10hr in OSHA 1910 and/or 1926 within 3 months of hire date.
• (2) written work-related recommendations from previous/current employers, or instructors, or co-workers

• Minimum 2 years of Facilities Maintenance, similar work experience, or a Journeyman's card in a Building/Construction Trade.
• Two years of commercial electrical experience in an industrial environment and/or accredited training from a trade school or college.
• Strong experience with computers, internet, smartphone/tablet, and Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid State Driver’s License.

*Watchfire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.