Maintenance Technician

Job Title:
Maintenance Technician
Location: Broussard, LA
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (On-site)
Duration: 12 months
Pay Rate: $20-$21/hour

Position Overview
The Preventive Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine inspections and low-level preventive maintenance on specialized testing equipment, including the Weetech W424 machine. This role ensures equipment reliability and accuracy by conducting visual inspections, basic mechanical adjustments, and electrical measurements.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks on testing machines and related equipment.
• Inspect housing and sealing surfaces for wear, damage, or contamination to maintain proper sealing integrity.
• Operate the Weetech W424 machine to test leakage and continuity according to established procedures.
• Use voltmeters and other diagnostic tools to take accurate electrical measurements.
• Conduct basic mechanical tasks, such as replacing O-rings and seals on external tool components.
• Document inspection results and maintenance activities in the computerised maintenance system.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE during maintenance activities.
• Assist in troubleshooting minor issues and escalate complex problems to senior technicians.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills for operating test equipment and recording data.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions and measurement specifications.
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic mechanical repair techniques.
• Understanding of electrical measurement using voltmeters.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with preventive maintenance or electrical testing equipment.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed.

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