Job Description
Step into a hands-on maintenance role where your basic electrical repair skills and mechanical aptitude keep critical equipment running smoothly. This contract opportunity in Sugar Land, TX offers variety, problem-solving, and the chance to work with electronics, hydraulics, and mechanical assemblies in a professional, safety-focused environment.
About the Role:
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will support the maintenance team in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a range of equipment and systems. You will perform routine and corrective maintenance tasks to minimise downtime and ensure safe, reliable operation of machinery. This role plays a key part in maintaining operational continuity and supporting production and facility goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform basic electrical repairs on equipment, including component replacement, wiring checks, and simple troubleshooting.
- Assist in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical assemblies, including bearings, belts, gears, and moving parts.
- Support the diagnosis and repair of equipment incorporating electronics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance tasks according to schedules and documented procedures.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and test equipment safely to carry out maintenance and repair activities.
- Document work performed, parts used, and observations in maintenance logs or computerised systems.
- Assist in equipment installations, adjustments, and set-up under the guidance of senior maintenance staff.
- Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company maintenance standards.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of maintenance, electrical, or electro-mechanical experience, or an Associate’s Degree in Electronics.
- Demonstrated basic electrical repair skills, including working with low-voltage circuits and components.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with experience working on mechanical assemblies.
- Exposure to equipment involving electronics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret basic technical documentation, such as equipment manuals and simple schematics.
- Proficient English language skills, both spoken and written, for effective communication and documentation.
- Ability to work safely, follow procedures, and adhere to maintenance and safety standards.
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including standing, lifting, and working with tools for extended periods.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or facilities maintenance environment.
- Familiarity with basic hydraulic systems troubleshooting and component replacement.
- Exposure to PLC-controlled or electronically controlled equipment.
- Basic computer skills for using maintenance management or reporting systems.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s Degree in Electronics (required, or equivalent experience as specified).
- Additional technical or vocational training in maintenance, electrical, or mechanical fields (preferred).
- Relevant safety training or certifications (e.g., lockout/tagout, electrical safety) are advantageous.
If you are a hands-on maintenance professional with a solid technical foundation and a proactive approach to equipment reliability, apply now to take the next step in your career.