Job Description

Overview

The Maintenance Technician position at JELD-WEN involves troubleshooting and repairing various electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components in a manufacturing environment. The company is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high-performance doors and windows, dedicated to enhancing spaces through quality products.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and replace defective electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical components.
  • Obtain measurements and readings using electrical and mechanical testing instruments.
  • Perform electrical preventative maintenance, tagout/lock-out, and respond to equipment down emergencies.
  • Examine electrical systems and make recommendations for repairs and modifications.
  • Maintain records of maintenance and repair work; prepare reports and documentation.
  • Draw and read electrical and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.
  • Test and maintain electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms, and control systems.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Repair and overhaul equipment to close tolerance with attention to detail.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and machine operators about machine issues.
  • Perform mechanical skills including troubleshooting and repair of production machines.
  • Collaboratively prioritize tasks to impact departmental goals.
  • Program and troubleshoot PLC, AC, and servo drives.
  • Calibrate analog and digital devices.
  • Read and interpret equipment manuals and electrical schematics.
  • Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean work areas.

Requirements

  • Preferred five plus years working in electrical maintenance and repair of manufacturing related plant equipment.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and associated electronic equipment, instruments, machinery, motors, and transformers.
  • Training and utilization of Allen Bradley components and software.
  • Extensive experience in PLC programming and HMI Panels.
  • Critical thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated with effective communication skills.
  • Ability to balance multiple projects in an organized manner.
  • Ability to work independently and in team environments.
  • Proven troubleshooting abilities in multi-crafts.
  • Working knowledge of high voltage.

Benefits

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

Additional Information

  • Travel is required to support projects.
  • Willing and able to work on a flexible schedule as needed.

Benefits

PTO
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k

How this job compares in Garland, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Texas currently run a median of $28/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$35/hr across 423 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 Garland, TX

We're tracking 11 other active welding openings in Garland, TX right now, from 9 different employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,256 other active welding openings from 561 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Garland, or widen the search to Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Austin Industries (34), Welding Shop in Austin, TX (27), and Zachry Group (23). 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 Pasadena at $36/hr, Dallas at $35/hr, and Midlothian at $35/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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