Sr. Equipment Technician

$34.00 - $40.00 per hour

Non-Exempt

Mon-Thurs 6:00 am – 3:30 pm 

Friday 6:00 am – 10:00 am 

TOP BENEFITS: 

As a team member at Samsill, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), health, dental, vision, life and ST & LT Disability insurance. 

• Paid time off 

• Holiday pay 

• Flexible work schedule

• Employee recognition programs 

LOCATION: 

Samsill is located in Fort Worth, TX, 15 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and 20 minutes from the historical stockyards.

ABOUT US:

Do you like office supplies? Or finding ways to organize different elements in your home? Then you’re going to love Samsill. 

Samsill Corporation is a privately held provider of innovative office solutions which protect, organize, present and transport information and digital accessories. Constantly pursuing excellence in people, products and performance. Our Maintenance Team is currently seeking an experienced Senior Equipment Technician to join us and succeed.  

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Senior Equipment Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex manufacturing and facility equipment to ensure maximum uptime, safety, and performance. This role serves as a technical expert, provides guidance to junior technicians, and supports continuous improvement initiatives across operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Perform advanced preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment
• Repair and  maintain mechanical and pneumatic systems including valves, cylinders, FRLs, vacuum systems, and air preparation units. 
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent corrective actions. 
• Install, qualify, and support new equipment and upgrades
• Develop, review, and improve maintenance procedures, SOPs, and work instructions
• Mentor and train technicians and equipment operators
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality, and EHS teams
• Monitor equipment performance and downtime; recommend reliability improvements
• Manage spare parts, tooling, and maintenance documentation within CMMS
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards
• Troubleshoot HMI systems (Allen-Bradley Panel View, Siemens HMI) for alarms, communication faults, and operator issues. 

  Education & Experience

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Engineering, Electronics,  Mechatronics, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in equipment maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Experience supporting automated or high-precision equipment preferred

Technical Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and P&IDs
• Experience with HMIs, robotics, or automation systems.
• Servo motors and stepper motors 
• VFDs and motor drives (start-up, parameter setting, fault diagnostics)
• AC & DC motors (single-phase and three-phase)
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to sensors and automation components. 

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and perform hands-on equipment maintenance
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, or on-call as required 
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods
• Climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or platforms
• Bend, squat, kneel, crouch, and crawl to access machinery
• Good hand-eye coordination 
• Fine motor skills for wiring, adjusting small parts and precision measurements 
• Good near and far vision (corrected is acceptable) 
• Distinguish colors on wiring or indicators 
• Adequate hearing to detect abnormal machine noises or alarms 
• Comfortable working in hot or cold environments
• Push/pull heavy machinery, carts or components 
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment for extended periods 

Preferred Qualifications

• Automation  and/or Electrical Certification
• Six Sigma, TPM, or Reliability Maintenance Certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, not required