Maintenance Tech

Job Position: Maintenance Tech Location: ARLINGTON, TX 76011 Pay Rate: $24.00/hr - $38.00/hr Shift: 2nd Shift Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated, team-oriented 2nd Shift Maintenance Tech to support our production lines and keep our plant machinery running smoothly and efficiently. This permanent role offers an outstanding opportunity to solve complex technical equipment challenges, expand your engineering knowledge, and work alongside seasoned professionals in a positive, safety-first team environment. Key Responsibilities Equipment Troubleshooting & Repair front-line Diagnostic Support: Provide rapid, hands-on troubleshooting and mechanical repairs directly on the high-volume production floor. Multi-System Maintenance: Perform basic to intermediate preventative maintenance and repairs across industrial electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. IMM Specialized Care: Troubleshoot and service plastic Injection Molding Machines (IMM) and localized auxiliary equipment to reduce scrap and optimize uptime. Complex Task Collaboration: Partner closely with senior technicians and engineering staff to coordinate and execute major equipment overhauls or complex repair activities. Leadership, Care & Communication Apprentice Mentorship: Guide, instruct, and assist junior technicians or machinery apprentices with safe tool handling and proper machine setup choices. Shift Handover Logging: Document active or pending repair files cleanly, ensuring a seamless communication transition of unresolved plant elements to the incoming morning shift. Parts & Inventory Tracking: Follow established internal facility procedures for spare parts checking, log tracking, and inventory management. Shop 5S Compliance: Promote a positive and productive work environment by keeping the central maintenance shop and individual toolrooms clean and highly organized. Documentation & Administration Technical Recording: Accurately complete required plant maintenance logs, equipment work orders, and compliance documentation. System Logging: Maintain basic computer logs of shift activities and maintenance tickets using Microsoft Office tools and internal company systems. Job Requirements & Qualifications Education & Background Education: High School Diploma or GED credential required; secondary skilled trades education or vocational certificates are a strong plus. Experience Minimum: At least 3 years of hands-on experience explicitly dedicated to the maintenance, fault isolation, and repair of Injection Molding Machines (IMM). Core Skills & Technical Competencies Schematics Literacy: Proficient in reading, tracing, and interpreting complex hydraulic blueprints, electrical diagrams, and mechanical schematics. Document Interpretation: Highly skilled at reading and quickly analyzing technical operating manuals and manufacturer documents. Resilience: Excellent organizational skills with the capability to multitask and make sound decisions under the pressure of fast-paced plant deadlines. Professional Communication: Maintain a professional demeanor and respectful communication style when interfacing with line operators and management alike. Physical Demands & Safety Requirements Stamina: Capable of standing, walking, and moving around concrete production bays for extended periods throughout the shift. Weight Management: Ability to lift up to 20 lbs regularly as required by daily repair tasks. Safety Mandate: An unwavering commitment to workplace safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) guidelines, and the correct, mandatory usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.