Maintenance Technician at Texas Original
- Pay: $60,000–$75,000 a year.
- Full-time.
- In Bastrop, TX.
At Texas Original Compassionate Cultivation, our mission is to create the highest quality medicine that changes people’s lives. We stand beside all who believe in safe, legal and effective access to this powerful medicine. As fellow Texans, we see this as our responsibility to take care of our neighbors. Our vision is to transform Texas through the power and the truth of medical cannabis. We work alongside physicians and their patients with current qualifying conditions to supply prescription cannabis that can change lives. The Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing equipment and facilities within a food manufacturing environment. This position involves a combination of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment. This role ensures production uptime through a robust preventative maintenance program and responds to unplanned downtime with a solutions-oriented approach. Essential Functions: Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks on production machinery, including steam cookers, mixers, boiler system, packaging equipment, water softeners, pumps, and refrigeration systems. Conduct inspections, lubrication, and adjustments to ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets production requirements. Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, identify root causes, and implement effective repairs to minimize downtime. Respond promptly and provide emergency unscheduled troubleshooting and repairs of production equipment during the manufacturing process to prevent disruptions to production. Facility Maintenance: Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the production area, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards. Monitor and repair facility systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, to support a safe and comfortable working environment. Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) usage, and safe work practices. Participate in safety training programs and contribute to the development of safety initiatives to promote a culture of safety. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (DPS, HACCP, OSHA) and company policies related to food safety, sanitation, and environmental regulations. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment inspections, and inventory management. Document equipment repairs, parts replacements, and maintenance procedures to track equipment history and performance. Collaboration and Communication: Coordinate with production manager to prioritize maintenance tasks and minimize disruptions to production schedules. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, cultivation and fulfillment, to address maintenance issues and implement solutions. Provide technical assistance and training to production staff on equipment operation, maintenance procedures, and safety protocols. Flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Perform all other duties as assigned up to and including sanitation and cleaning of the facility as needed. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Must have a strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting/repairs on PLC, relay logic and logic controllers, 480v, 220v, 110v AC single/three phase and DC systems. Strong understanding of electrical systems, including motors, drives, industrial sensors, and HVAC systems. Knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to electrical and control systems. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. …