Maintenance Technician

Location: Rowlett, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Reports To: Maintenance Lead / Site Manager / Plant Manager

Schedule: 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

About Tongrun International

Tongrun International is a growing precision sheet metal fabrication company with facilities in Bonham and Rowlett, Texas. We manufacture complex, high-quality components for demanding customers through disciplined operations, strong teamwork, and a culture built around accountability and ownership.

As we continue to grow and invest in our people, equipment, and systems, we're looking for skilled maintenance professionals who take pride in their work and understand the important role maintenance plays in keeping a manufacturing operation safe, productive, and reliable.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to keep Tongrun's manufacturing operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Working closely with the Maintenance Lead and Maintenance Planner, this position will execute assigned work orders, troubleshoot equipment issues, respond to production breakdowns, document completed work, and communicate any issues that could affect production.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, takes ownership of their work, has strong troubleshooting skills, and understands that minimizing equipment downtime is critical to the success of the production team and our customers.

Key ResponsibilitiesPreventive & Corrective Maintenance

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on CNC fabrication and production equipment, including:
Punch presses
Laser cutters
Press brakes
Welding systems
Material handling equipment
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment issues.
Monitor equipment condition and identify developing problems before they result in unplanned downtime.
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns during production hours.
Communicate estimated downtime and repair status to the Maintenance Lead and appropriate supervisor.
Escalate repairs when additional expertise, parts, tools, or resources are required.

Safety & Lockout/Tagout

Verify safe working conditions before beginning any maintenance task.
Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, electrical safety, and other established safety procedures.
Identify and address workplace hazards before beginning work.
Perform all maintenance activities in accordance with OSHA requirements and Tongrun safety standards.
Never bypass established safety procedures or equipment safeguards.

CMMS & Work Order Management

Complete and close assigned work orders in the CMMS before the end of the shift.
Accurately document:
Labor hours
Parts and materials used
Equipment findings
Repairs performed
Follow-up work required
Create work orders for emergency and reactive repairs, even when the repair is completed quickly.
Maintain accurate maintenance history to help identify recurring equipment issues and support future preventive maintenance planning.

Daily Maintenance Operations

Participate in the daily maintenance start-of-shift meeting.
Review assigned work, confirm job readiness, and communicate changes to availability or scope.
Maintain communication with the Maintenance Lead throughout the shift.
Take ownership of assigned tasks and see repairs through to full resolution.
Communicate issues or conditions that deviate from the daily maintenance plan.

Parts, Tools & Equipment

Maintain assigned tools, spare parts, and maintenance supplies.
Monitor critical spare-part inventory and notify the Maintenance Lead when replenishment is needed.
Assist with equipment movement and installation activities as required.
Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment, including mechanical assembly, connections, and initial functional testing.

Facilities Maintenance

Support basic facility maintenance as directed, including:
Lighting
Compressed air systems
Minor building repairs
General facility upkeep
Assist other maintenance team members as needed to support facility and production operations.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

2+ years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
Hands-on experience in at least two of the following areas:
Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical repair
Pneumatics
Hydraulics
Ability to read and understand basic:
Electrical schematics
Pneumatic diagrams
Mechanical drawings
Experience using a CMMS for work order documentation and maintenance records, or willingness to learn Tongrun's system.
Understanding of OSHA safety requirements and consistent adherence to Lockout/Tagout and electrical safety procedures.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate an issue.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to respond to urgent maintenance needs with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience troubleshooting PLC-based control systems.
Previous experience maintaining CNC fabrication or metalworking equipment.
Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and predictive maintenance practices.
Experience with equipment installation and commissioning.

What Success Looks Like

A successful Maintenance Technician at Tongrun is someone who:

Keeps assigned equipment operating safely and reliably.
Responds quickly and professionally when equipment problems occur.
Identifies potential failures before they become major production interruptions.
Completes preventive maintenance on schedule.
Accurately documents every repair and work order.
Takes ownership of problems from initial diagnosis through final resolution.
Communicates effectively with maintenance and production leadership.
Consistently follows safety and LOTO procedures.
Looks for ways to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

Physical Requirements

This position is physically active and requires the ability to:

Safely lift and handle parts, equipment, and maintenance materials weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
Stand and move throughout the production floor, mechanical spaces, and facility areas for the majority of the workday.
Bend, stoop, reach, kneel, climb, and work in awkward positions as required.
Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements while operating tools and handling mechanical and electrical components.
Work safely in confined spaces and at heights when required.
Work in varying temperature conditions throughout the facility.
Safely operate a pallet jack and assist with equipment movement.
Assist other team members with maintenance or production-related tasks when operational needs require.

Work Environment

The Maintenance Technician works primarily in a precision metal fabrication and manufacturing environment, with a combination of production-floor and office settings.

The shop environment may include exposure to:

Production machinery
Moderate noise
Moving equipment
Varying temperatures
Mechanical and electrical equipment

Required PPE will be provided when working on the production floor.

Why Join Tongrun International?

At Tongrun, maintenance is more than simply fixing broken equipment. Our Maintenance Technicians play a critical role in keeping our people safe, supporting production, minimizing downtime, and ensuring we deliver quality products to our customers.

We offer a stable, growth-oriented environment where your work is visible and valued. If you're someone who takes ownership, enjoys troubleshooting, takes pride in doing the job right, and wants the opportunity to continue developing your technical skills, Tongrun provides an environment where you can grow.

Interested in building a career with a growing manufacturing company? We want to hear from you!

Tongrun International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Pay: From $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience working in a metal fabrication facility?

Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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