Maintenance Technician $30.00/hr. - 1st Shift (8:00am - 4:00pm)

Maintenance Technician 1st Shift (8:00am - 4:00pm)

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for a Maintenance Technician to be based out of Lovelady, TX. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Maintenance Technician's primary focus will be to maintain production and quality by ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience doing electrical/mechanical maintenance in an industrial/manufacturing environment. Prior success as a Maintenance Technician or equivalent position and experience in lean manufacturing is a plus.

What you’ll do:

• Follow diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications to troubleshooting malfunctions.


• Fabricate repair parts by using machine shop tools and equipment.


• Test, locate, and repair trouble in electrical circuits and equipment; perform electronic equipment repair and troubleshooting; repair and replace broken or defective parts; repair electrical motors, parts, wiring and other electrical devices.


• Use knowledge of principles, methods and equipment in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and electronic equipment.


• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance requirements.


• Work within team environment with minimum supervision.


• Exercise judgment and initiative within established guidelines.


• Perform inspections of building and equipment required by regulatory agencies.


• Assist management in the development of new policies and procedures regarding employee safety.


• All other assigned duties

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum educational requirement is high school diploma, or equivalent


• Strong mechanical aptitude


• 3 years of experience doing electrical/mechanical maintenance in an industrial/ manufacturing environment


• Must have strong Mechanical and Electrical skill set


• Experience with installation of machinery and equipment as well as dis-assembly.


• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner.


• Experience and knowledge of Lean Daily Management principles preferred


• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment


• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted


• All associates must embrace and foster and environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.

Who we are:

Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a three-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/hr.  Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time.  Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance


• Life insurance


• Short-term and long-term disability insurance


• 401k


• Paid Time Off


• Paid holidays


• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.