Trader (Block) jobs in Harlingen, TX

Best Block, part of the QUIKRETE® Companies, LLC, a manufacturer for segmental concrete products for the commercial, residential, contractor, industrial, and retail customer, has immediate openings for a  Maintenance Technician located at our La Feria, TX facility.

Rotating Shift Available:

• 5:00 am - 3:30 pm
• 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Responsibilities include:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on multiple types of PLC controlled manufacturing equipment including adjustments, routine set-up changes, and machine rebuilds
• Able to quickly troubleshoot and make timely repairs on electrical circuits, mechanical components, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems

We require:

• Must have at least 2 years proven experience in manufacturing environment to be considered
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Maintenance Technician or equivalent
• Has working knowledge of electrical theory. 480 VAC 3 Phase, 110 VAC, 24 VDC
• Strong mechanical skills including electromechanical, hydraulic, pneumatics and basic welding skills preferred
• Can diagnose medium complexity circuits
• Has ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical prints
• Understands operation/setup of various electrical devices (i.e., sensors, motors, frequency drives)
• Has a basic understanding of PC & PLC architecture
• Has a basic understanding of ladder logic and basic PLC troubleshooting skills
• Allen Bradley, Siemens S5, S7 and S7 Safety PLC experience a plus
• Understands safe work practices and has experience including but not limited to lockout, tag out, electrical safety, arc flash safety, and confined space entry
• Facilities background is a plus
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and safely lift occasionally up to 50 pounds independently

How to apply?

Submit resume through Indeed

The QUIKRETE® Companies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person