Description:
Manufacturing Maintenance Technician
Job Details
Job Type
Full-time
Houston, TX
Description
This is a 1st shift position from 5:00 am - 5:00 pm
About Merchants Metals
We’re one of North America's largest manufacturers and distributors of fence systems. With 35 distribution center locations, four manufacturing facilities, and a 60-year legacy of providing quality fencing and accessories, Merchants Metals remains the contractor and architect choice for excellence. Our complete line of products includes perimeter security solutions for industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
Why Join the Merchants Metals Team?
Our core values are in seven basic principles: Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Passion, Transparency, Empowerment, and Teamwork. Our employees are part of a culture that values and promotes personal growth and development. We understand that to be a market leader, we must be committed not only to our products but also to our people. We are committed to growing our employees and want our people to feel their time with Merchants Metals is an investment in their future. Our talent helps make Merchants Metals the first name in fence solutions.
We are looking for a Maintenance Electro-mechanical Technician to undertake the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plant machinery and equipment.
A Maintenance Technician is a thorough professional with a practical mind and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously and responsibly by observing all health and safety guidelines.
Responsibilities:
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Install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance routines on all plant machinery and equipment, such as motors, gearbox, pumps, instrumentation, and electrical systems.
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Able to perform hands-on repairs and installation of machinery parts, such as bearings, pulleys, and mechanism.
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Knowledge of plumbing installations (CPVC and Threated).
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Perform installation and maintenance of electrical systems (conduit, pulling wire, clean and repair circuit breaker panels etc.)
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Strong knowledge of LOTO will be needed.
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Use of forklift, man-lift, power tools
Requirements:
Qualifications & Skills:
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2+ years of maintenance experience in the manufacturing industry
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Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems
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Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods
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Working knowledge of tools, standard appliances, and devices
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Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
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Good physical condition and strength with a willingness to work overtime.
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Desire to learn, asking questions.
We’ve got you covered.
Merchants Metals employees give a lot, and we offer benefits that fit their needs. We provide industry-leading coverage and benefits to our people and their qualified family members, including:
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Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for Employees, Spouses, Dependents &/or entire Family
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Company Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
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Convenient 24/7 Doctor Visits through LiveHealth Online
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Legal Assistance via Legal Shield
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Employee Assistance Program
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Identify Theft Protection
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Access Perks – Discounts on products and services with companies nationwide.
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401k Retirement Program with a strong company match
In addition to the benefits program, Merchants Metals provides employees with competitive wages, career advancement, and training opportunities.