Sr. Maintenance Technician

Sr. Maintenance Technician

Sr. Maintenance Technician
Auto req ID 422BR
Primary Location Grand Prairie-TX
Department Maintenance
Job Posting
Hanson Building Products, a division of Lehigh Hanson is seeking a qualified Maintenance Technician III for its Grand Prairie,TXlocation.

Hanson Building Products North America is comprised of Hanson Pipe & Precast, Hanson Pressure Pipe, Hanson Structural Precast, Hanson Brick, Hanson Hardscapes and Hanson Roof Tile. Based in Irving, Texas, Hanson Building Products North America employs approximately 4,500 people and operates 150 facilities with products available throughout the U.S. and Canada. One of Hanson Building Products' corporate strategies is continued focus on sustainability. The company is known throughout North America for excellent occupational safety, environmental stewardship, high quality standards and contributions to its local communities.

Lehigh Hanson is one of the largest suppliers of heavy building materials to the construction industry in North America. Our companies produce a broad range of building materials, including cement, aggregates (crushed rock, sand and gravel), ready mixed and precast concrete, asphalt, concrete pipes, pavers, tiles and clay bricks.

Lehigh Hanson is part of the HeidelbergCement Group, the global market leader in aggregates and a prominent player in cement, concrete and other downstream activities. HeidelbergCement Group employs 53,000 people at 2,600 locations in around 40 countries.


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS


* Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment, gas-fired kilns, including, but not limited to, programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment.



* Plan and perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.



* Install, start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown, and in line with OSHA requirements.



* Advise operators and line mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.



* Inform appropriate management and line mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.



* Have a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment including the use of special instruments for diagnostic purposes.



* Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs and troubleshooting.



* Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs required; writing and performing program modifications to PLC’s as necessary.



* Have the ability to install, diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of production and building equipment. Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.



* Repair electrical components such as transformers, wiring and electrical/electronic equipment.



* Adjust to and follow new procedures and innovations, which would add to the efficiency and safety of the operation.



MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


* 5+ years experience as an equipment repair technician in a manufacturing environment.

* Ability to communicate and work with all levels of personnel.

* Ability to work with high voltage/low voltage electricity.

* Strong electrical experience in 3 phase motor branch circuits.

* Experienced in troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic circuits.

* Experienced in Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs and networks.




BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
We know that our employees are critical to our overall success. We are dedicated to investing in their future to maintain long-term relationships for lasting commitments. One of the ways we do this is to offer a comprehensive package of compensation and benefits programs which are regularly reviewed to maintain them at competitive levels.

Lehigh Hanson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to workplace diversity. M/F/D/V

Your salary will commensurate your work experience.

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