Job Description

Electro-Mechanical Technician

JOB-10043345

Anticipated Start Date

April 10, 2025

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Direct Hire

Employer Info

Our client has been in business for 50+ years. A recycling industry leader in manufacturing industrial rubber mats. With over 500 employees in North America, our Client is seeking team players who can exemplify our core values of "RESPECT FOR ALL", "OWN IT", "RESULTS FOCUSED"- If this sounds like a fit for you, we would love to hear from you.

Job Summary

This role will assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures

Job Description

• Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at the country, state, and federal levels
• Perform safety-related functions and other miscellaneous electrical functions
• Competent with the configuration of VFDs
• Must possess a demonstrated ability  to utilize a forklift and high lift safely
• Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot PLCs
• Must be physically capable of performing work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
• Proficient in testing and troubleshooting electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and megaohm meters, to ensure compatibility and safety of the system
• Utilizing a systematic approach to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and avoid replacing parts

• The above statements describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

Skills Required

• Must have at least 5 years of 24v troubleshooting and PLC experience
• Must be a journeyman electrician (highly preferred)
• Must have experience working on automated machines
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Basic Electricity & Electronics
• DC Equipment & Controls
• Batteries & DC Circuits Single-Phase Motors
• Transformers & AC Circuits
• Three-Phase Systems
• Electrical Measuring Instruments
• Electrical Safety & Protection
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Power Supplies
• Digital Logic Systems
• Input/Output Devices
• Ability to read Electrical Schematics and mechanical blueprints
• Ladder logic knowledge
• Variable Frequency Drives
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Knowledge and prior experience with Hydraulics

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Electrician License or two-year electrical program (highly preferred)

Additional Requirements

• Must have stable work tenure. Avoid job hoppers that have moved jobs every 6 months
• Must have flexibility to work different schedules if needed
• Must have immediate availability to interview and start, if selected
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen
• Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background and drug screen
• Must be available to work 12-hour day and/or night shifts, weekends, call-outs, and overtime

• Work Hours:
  • Rotating Shift
  • Wednesday through Tuesday. Must be able to work the day shift (7am-7pm), night shift (7pm-7am), and weekends. About 10-20 hours of overtime on a weekly basis.

• Required: Own Tools
  • Multimeter
  • Wire strippers
  • Side cutters
  • Basic set of screwdrivers
  • Basic wrench set (SAE/Metric)
  • Basic Power tools (ie. Impact Driver & Drill)
  • Allen Wrenches (SAE/Metric)
  • Basic Socket Set (SAE/Metric)

Pay Rate/Salary

• $58,240 - $72,800 annually

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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