Maintenance Technician at AMERITEX PIPE & PRODUCTS LLC – Gunter, Texas

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

• Follows Safety Guidelines and procedures set for this role.
• Adheres to all required safe working procedures.
• Assists with daily maintenance of production equipment to support the operation of the plant.
• Assists in the installation of new production equipment.
• Services and maintains equipment, including motors, conveyors, transmission systems, and production-related equipment.
• Conducts daily inspections assessing the proper functionality of production machines.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical breakdowns.
• Fabricates parts for repairs and upgrades using hand and machine tools.
• Ensures the operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing maintenance repairs, equipment installations, and changeovers.
• Conducts routine maintenance and safety checks on production equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Documents all the work done on the facilities and equipment using the CMMS app.
• Uses hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
• Learn to use various hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and service manuals to perform required maintenance and service.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate Technical Degree preferred.

SKILLS and EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two years of experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial manufacturing production and material-handling equipment is required.
• Working knowledge of lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Basic understanding of computer systems and controls
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed instructions.