Job Description

Overview

Hempel, a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician I to join their Dallas team. The role focuses on ensuring the reliability of production equipment and maintaining a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

  • Follow Standard Work Instructions provided for the assigned department.
  • Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
  • Repair and rebuild all production equipment as needed.
  • Work with production personnel to troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
  • Maintain ongoing relationships according to Hempel’s standards.
  • Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
  • Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using hand tools.
  • Control downtime by coordinating with production Supervisors and leads.
  • Maintain equipment, parts, and supplies inventories.
  • Work in confined spaces using required PPE and following safety rules.
  • Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
  • Perform LOTO (Lock out tag out) and ensure safe repairs on all equipment.
  • Reference SDS (MSDS) when working around different chemicals.
  • Report all safety and environmental concerns.
  • Assist in emergencies as maintenance personnel are considered essential staff.
  • Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

  • Ability to learn and follow safety rules and regulations.
  • Basic understanding of OSHA safety practices; OSHA 10-Hour a plus.
  • Entry-level experience or exposure to electrical and mechanical systems preferred.
  • Willingness to learn industrial manufacturing processes.
  • Basic knowledge of multimeters and measuring tools.
  • Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Basic understanding of mechanical drawings.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
  • Basic troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.
  • Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation.
  • Team oriented with a positive, safety-focused attitude.
  • High school diploma or GED required; technical coursework or certifications preferred.
  • Experience with confined space entries preferred.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • Location: Dallas, Texas Area
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Reports to: Maintenance Manager
  • Classification: Non-Exempt
  • Shift: Day

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k

How this job compares in Dallas, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Dallas, TX currently run a median of $35/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $27–$39/hr across 47 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Dallas, TX

We're tracking 121 other active welding openings in Dallas, TX right now, from 78 different employers. 44 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,366 other active welding openings from 670 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Dallas, or widen the search to Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Welding Shop in Austin, TX (26), Zachry Group (25), and Austin Industries (25). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Burleson at $40/hr, La Porte at $38/hr, and Midlothian at $38/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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