Maintenance Technician - DFW

Patriot Erectors is a full-service, AISC Certified Steel Fabricator and AISC Advanced Steel Erector. Founded in 1991 and located just west of Austin, Texas, the company operates a modern 60,000-square-foot fabrication facility. Patriot specializes in fabricating and erecting structural steel facilities and non-building steel structures, emphasizing quality, safety, and pride in every project. The company is dedicated to making a positive impact on customers, employees, stakeholders, and communities through self-reliance and respect for interdependent business elements.

About the Role

Patriot Erectors, LLC is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to join the team, ensuring production and facility equipment runs smoothly and efficiently. The role involves installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance during machine service.
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.
• Utilize mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting, and repair skills for production machines.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test equipment, and make adjustments.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on equipment and machines such as CNC Drill lines, Plate Processor, and overhead cranes.
• Perform a range of plumbing and carpentry tasks.
• Use a variety of hand tools, power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
• Detect faulty operations and defective material and report unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Participate in the safety program and maintain clean work areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; a degree in electrical maintenance or completion of a craft apprenticeship is a plus.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; basic math skills are essential.
• Safe working habits, highly motivated, and able to work independently.
• Experience with 480 volt-3 phase electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Technical and analytical capacity.
• Ethical conduct.
• Attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 75 pounds consistently, with heavier weight necessary at times.

Benefits

• Financial Planning: 401(k) with matching contributions, company-paid life and disability insurance, supplemental coverage options, quarterly financial planning webinars, and a health savings account (HSA).
• Time Off & Life Balance: Paid time off (PTO), leave of absence programs (Tilt).
• Family & Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), disability and life insurance, pet insurance, Craig Cobb College Scholarship, gym membership support, Nivati EAP services offering confidential mental health support for employees and their families, and access to mental health resources and counseling.
• The Blue Points Program: Rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
• Career Development: Continuous learning opportunities, including Udemy training courses and leadership training for managers.
• Community: Commitment to giving back through various initiatives and volunteer activities.

Pay

$24 - $36 USD per hour (DFW Shop).